LATAM Airlines Brasil Baggage Policy and Fees

LATAM Airlines Brasil Baggage Policy: Carry-On and Checked Bag Rules

LATAM Airlines Brasil operates domestic flights across Brazil and international routes connecting South America to North America, Europe, Africa, and Oceania. Because it is based in Brazil, the airline operates under both LATAM Airlines Group rules and Brazilian National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) regulations. Your baggage allowance depends on your fare family, cabin class, route, and when you purchase extra bags.

LATAM Airlines Brasil allows every passenger one free personal item measuring up to 45 x 35 x 20 cm (17.7 x 13.8 x 7.9 in) and one standard 10 kg (22.0 lb) carry-on bag measuring up to 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in) in Economy. Checked bags are not included on Basic or Light fares, while Plus and Top fares include one to two 23 kg (50.7 lb) checked bags. Overweight, oversized, and extra luggage incur dynamic fees that cost least when purchased online ahead of departure.

At a glance

Baggage Allowance Snapshot

All passengers receive one free personal item and one free carry-on bag across all fare families. Checked baggage allowances depend strictly on the fare tier you purchase or your elite frequent flyer status.

Personal item 1 piece free Max 45 x 35 x 20 cm (17.7 x 13.8 x 7.9 in); under seat

Carry-on (Economy) 10 kg (22.0 lbs) Max 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in)

Carry-on (Premium cabins) 16 kg (35.2 lbs) Premium Economy and Premium Business

Standard checked piece 23 kg (50.7 lbs) Max 158 linear cm (62.2 linear in)

Basic & Light checked bags 0 pieces included Available for purchase online or at airport

Plus & Top checked bags 1 to 2 pieces 23 kg (50.7 lbs) per piece; route-dependent

Premium Business checked bags 2 pieces included 23 kg (50.7 lbs) per piece included

Overweight threshold 23.1 to 32 kg Surcharge applies; max 45 kg on select routes

Oversized threshold 159 to 300 linear cm Oversized surcharge applies to all bags

What can change: Checked baggage inclusion depends on the fare brand (Basic, Light, Plus, Top), cabin tier, route distance, LATAM Pass elite tier, and whether you pay online or at the airport counter.

Measurement guide

Baggage Size Visual

Use the airline's stated order of dimensions. Measurements may include wheels and handles only when the official source says so.

45 cm 35 cm 20 cm

55 cm 35 cm 25 cm

158 linear cm L + W + H Total

Visual guide - not to scale. Use the published numerical limit as the controlling rule.

Source check

Official Source Verification

Baggage rules can vary by fare, cabin, route, operating carrier, traveler status, and purchase channel. BaggageBase separates published rules from practical guidance.

Official source LATAM Airlines Baggage Center and Help Portal

Source type Airline conditions of carriage and published baggage policy

Policy scope LATAM Airlines Brasil (JJ) and LATAM Group flights

Last checked 2026 - verification required

Confidence High

Important caveat Checked baggage fees are dynamically priced based on the travel route, purchase channel, and time of booking. Exact fee totals must be verified via the LATAM Baggage Calculator for your specific route.

How BaggageBase Checks This Information

BaggageBase gathers baggage rules directly from official airline conditions of carriage, carrier baggage calculators, customer service portals, and statutory aviation rules. For flights operated by LATAM Airlines Brasil, policies are verified against Resolution No. 400 of Brazil's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC) alongside published LATAM Group international tariff documents.

While core size limits and weight thresholds remain fixed, checked baggage fees shift dynamically based on fuel surcharges, seasonal demand, and booking windows. Where exact monetary fees vary by route, this guide highlights the dynamic structure and instructs travelers on how to confirm pricing before flight departure.

LATAM Airlines Brasil Carry-On and Personal Item Rules

LATAM Airlines Brasil enforces strict dimensional rules on all cabin baggage. Every passenger is permitted one personal item and one carry-on bag, regardless of whether you fly domestically within Brazil or internationally across long-haul networks.

Personal Item Size and Under-Seat Guidelines

Your personal item must fit under the seat directly in front of you. Acceptable items include:

• A compact backpack or purse
• A laptop bag or briefcase
• A small diaper bag

The maximum allowable dimensions for a personal item on LATAM are 45 x 35 x 20 cm (approximately 17.7 x 13.8 x 7.9 inches). Passengers sitting in bulkhead rows or emergency exit rows are not permitted to place any items at their feet during taxi, takeoff, and landing. On those seats, personal items must be placed in the overhead compartment.

Overhead Cabin Bag Dimensions and Weight Limits

The primary cabin bag must measure no more than 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 inches). These dimensions strictly include all external wheels, telescoping handles, and outer pockets.

Weight allowances for cabin bags differ based on your travel cabin:

• Economy cabin: The maximum allowable weight is 10 kg (22.0 lbs).
• Premium Economy and Premium Business: The maximum allowable weight is 16 kg (35.2 lbs).

If you are packing for a multi-airline itinerary, compare LATAM's weight caps with global airline guidelines in our international carry-on size overview. To ensure your luggage complies across connecting carriers, review the full airline carry-on size comparison.

Brazilian Domestic (ANAC) Carry-On Rules

Domestic flights within Brazil are governed by ANAC Resolution No. 400. Brazilian aviation law guarantees all passengers the right to carry at least 10 kg (22.0 lbs) of hand luggage at no extra charge. LATAM applies this 10 kg rule uniformly across all Economy tickets, whether you are flying domestically between São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro or internationally from Brazil to the United States or Europe.

Checked Baggage Allowance by Fare Family and Cabin Class

LATAM structures its ticket prices using fare families: Basic, Light, Plus, and Top in Economy, alongside Premium Economy and Premium Business cabins. Standard checked baggage must not exceed 23 kg (50.7 lbs) per piece, with total linear dimensions not exceeding 158 cm (62.2 inches) (length + width + height).

Economy Fare Rules: Basic, Light, Plus, and Top

• Basic & Light fares: Designed for hand-luggage-only travel. These fares include one personal item and one 10 kg carry-on bag, but zero checked bags. You can purchase checked baggage separately.
• Plus fare: Typically includes one 23 kg (50.7 lb) checked bag on domestic Brazilian sectors and regional South American routes.
• Top fare: Provides the most flexibility in Economy, including one checked bag on domestic flights and up to two checked bags (23 kg each) on select long-haul international flights (such as routes between Brazil and the United States or Europe).

Premium Economy and Premium Business Entitlements

Passengers traveling in Premium Economy or Premium Business are entitled to check up to two bags of 23 kg (50.7 lbs) each at no additional charge. Although premium cabins receive an expanded carry-on weight limit (up to 16 kg), each checked bag remains capped at the standard 23 kg weight threshold unless an overweight surcharge is paid or you hold elite frequent flyer status.

LATAM Checked Baggage Fees and Purchase Channels

LATAM Airlines Brasil uses dynamic pricing for all checked baggage fees. This means the exact cost of checking a bag changes based on route distance, passenger demand, seasonality, and the timing of your purchase.

Purchasing baggage ahead of time through the official LATAM website or mobile app is consistently cheaper than paying at the airport counter or departure gate. To see how these ancillary charges measure up against other carriers, consult our checked baggage fee comparison.

Advance Online vs. Airport Counter Fees

Checked bag fees are divided into three distinct purchase windows:

1. More than 48 hours before departure: The lowest rate is secured during initial flight booking or later via the "My Trips" section on the LATAM website.
2. Within 48 hours of departure: When check-in opens, online baggage purchases often increase in price compared to the early advance window.
3. At the airport counter or gate: The highest fees apply when purchasing luggage at check-in desks or boarding gates. At Brazilian airports, check-in desks generally operate cashless terminals, accepting credit and debit cards.

Additional and Extra Baggage Rules

Passengers can purchase extra bags up to a maximum limit set by the operating aircraft. On smaller regional jets operating thin domestic routes within Brazil, extra baggage purchases beyond standard allowances are subject to space availability in the aircraft cargo hold.

Overweight and Oversized Baggage Fees

Checked bags that exceed 23 kg (50.7 lbs) or 158 linear cm (62.2 linear inches) incur excess baggage surcharges. Overweight and oversized fees are charged cumulatively: if a single bag is both overweight and oversized, both penalties will be assessed.

Weight Thresholds: 23 kg to 32 kg vs. 32 kg to 45 kg Limits

• 23.1 to 32 kg: Incurs a standard overweight baggage fee. This category is accepted across all LATAM commercial flights.
• 32.1 to 45 kg: Only permitted on select routes that allow bags over 32 kg.
• Strict 32 kg Cap Notice: On all flights to, from, or connecting through Europe, Oceania, and select South American nations, no single piece of checked luggage may exceed 32 kg (70.5 lbs) due to local airport health and occupational safety laws for baggage handlers. Bags exceeding 32 kg on these routes must be repacked into multiple containers or shipped via LATAM Cargo.

Linear Dimensions and Oversized Limits

Linear dimensions are calculated using the formula: $$\text{Linear Dimensions} = \text{Length} + \text{Width} + \text{Height}$$

Bags between 159 cm and 300 cm (62.6 to 118.1 linear inches) require an oversized luggage fee. Any item measuring more than 300 linear cm cannot travel as passenger luggage and must be arranged through freight cargo.

Special Baggage, Loyalty Status, and Family Allowances

LATAM Pass Elite Status Baggage Allowances

Frequent flyers holding elite status with LATAM Pass or qualifying elite partner airlines receive complimentary checked luggage allowances on flights operated by LATAM Airlines Brasil.

Traveling with Infants and Children

• Lap infants (under 2 years old without a purchased seat): May travel with one free personal item (such as a diaper bag). If the adult ticket includes checked luggage, the infant is also entitled to check one fully collapsible stroller or one certified infant car seat free of charge.
• Children (2 years and older with a purchased seat): Receive the standard adult baggage allowance associated with their purchased fare tier.

Medical Devices and Mobility Equipment

Wheelchairs, electric mobility aids, walkers, crutches, and essential medical respiratory devices are transported free of charge. Assistive mobility items do not count toward your carry-on or checked baggage piece allowances. Passengers traveling with battery-powered electric wheelchairs must inform the airline in advance to ensure compliance with hazardous materials regulations regarding battery disconnects.

Sports Equipment and Musical Instruments

• Cabin transport: Small musical instruments (such as violins or ukuleles) can be taken as your carry-on bag if they fit within 55 x 35 x 25 cm and do not exceed 10 kg.
• Hold transport: Larger instruments (cellos, guitars in hard cases) and sports gear (surfboards, golf bags, bicycles, snowboards) can be checked in the hold. If they exceed 158 linear cm, applicable oversized or special baggage fees will apply. All sporting gear must be securely packed in durable, padded protective travel cases.

Gate-Check Enforcement and Noncompliant Baggage

LATAM gate agents regularly measure and weigh carry-on luggage before boarding, particularly on high-capacity domestic Brazilian routes.

If your carry-on exceeds the 55 x 35 x 25 cm dimensions or weighs more than 10 kg (in Economy), it cannot travel in the overhead bins. The bag will be tagged, transferred to the aircraft cargo hold, and charged an airport gate-check baggage fee. Gate-check fees are significantly higher than online pre-booking rates.

On full flights where overhead bin space becomes completely exhausted, compliant carry-on bags that strictly fit within the 10 kg limit and 55 x 35 x 25 cm dimensions may be gate-checked by ground crew into the hold free of charge. In this scenario, ensure you remove lithium power banks, laptops, travel documents, and medication before handing your bag to the ramp agent.

Before you fly

LATAM Airlines Brasil Baggage Checklist

Follow these essential steps before arriving at the airport to avoid surprise excess fees and boarding delays.

• Include wheels and handles in your measurements. Confirm your cabin bag does not exceed 55 x 35 x 25 cm (21.7 x 13.8 x 9.8 in) from the base of the wheels to the top of the handle.
• Weigh your cabin bag at home. Keep your Economy carry-on under 10 kg (22.0 lbs) to avoid costly gate-check baggage penalty fees.
• Purchase luggage online early. Add checked bags via the LATAM app or website more than 48 hours before departure to access the lowest pricing band.
• Respect the 32 kg health limit. Never pack a single checked bag heavier than 32 kg (70.5 lbs) on flights to or from Europe, Oceania, or South America.
• Keep lithium batteries in your personal item. Loose lithium-ion batteries and power banks are strictly prohibited in the cargo hold and must stay with you in the cabin.
• Prepare a backup repacking plan. If your checked bag weighs close to 23 kg, distribute heavy clothing into your carry-on or personal item before arriving at the check-in desk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the carry-on baggage allowance on LATAM Airlines Brasil?

Passengers in Economy are allowed one free personal item (45 x 35 x 20 cm) and one free carry-on bag (55 x 35 x 25 cm) weighing up to 10 kg (22.0 lbs). Passengers in Premium Economy and Premium Business cabins receive the same dimensions with an expanded weight limit of 16 kg (35.2 lbs).

Does LATAM Airlines Brasil allow a personal item in addition to a carry-on bag?

Yes. Every ticket type on LATAM includes one personal item free of charge. It must measure no more than 45 x 35 x 20 cm (17.7 x 13.8 x 7.9 inches) and must fit under the seat in front of you.

Are checked bags included on Basic and Light fares?

No. Basic and Light fares are hand-luggage-only tickets. If you purchase a Basic or Light ticket, checked bags must be purchased separately online or at the airport.

What are the maximum weight and dimension limits for standard checked luggage?

A standard checked bag on LATAM must not exceed 23 kg (50.7 lbs) and 158 linear cm (62.2 inches), calculated by adding length, width, and height.

What is the carry-on allowance on domestic flights within Brazil?

Under Brazilian ANAC Resolution No. 400, every passenger flying domestically within Brazil is legally entitled to take at least 10 kg (22.0 lbs) of cabin baggage free of charge. LATAM applies this 10 kg rule across all Economy bookings.

How much extra baggage do LATAM Pass elite status members receive?

LATAM Pass Black and Black Signature members receive two additional checked bags of 23 kg each free of charge. Platinum members receive one additional 23 kg bag, and Gold or Gold Plus members receive one additional 23 kg bag on eligible routes.

Can I check a baby stroller for free on LATAM?

Yes. If you travel with an infant under 2 years of age, you can check one fully collapsible stroller or one certified infant car seat free of charge, provided your fare or baggage allowance covers hold luggage.

What happens if my carry-on bag is overweight at the boarding gate?

If your carry-on bag exceeds the 10 kg limit or 55 x 35 x 25 cm dimensions at the gate, it will be transferred to the cargo hold. You will be charged an airport gate-check fee before boarding.

Planning Your Luggage on LATAM Airlines Brasil

Navigating the LATAM Airlines Brasil baggage policy comes down to matching your packing list to your ticket tier. Every passenger can bring a personal item and a 10 kg carry-on bag at no extra charge, which complies with Brazilian ANAC aviation regulations.

If you require checked luggage, review your fare class carefully. Light and Basic fares exclude checked baggage entirely, while Plus, Top, and Premium cabins include one to two 23 kg pieces. When adding extra pieces, always purchase them online through the LATAM portal more than 48 hours before your flight to avoid steep counter and gate penalties.

Airline baggage rules and fees can change by route, fare, cabin, operating carrier, traveler status, purchase channel, and departure date. Check the airline's official baggage policy or calculator before booking, paying, or traveling. BaggageBase reviews information for 2026 where possible, but the airline's published terms remain the final authority.