LATAM Airlines fees and trap map
Use this page as the factual base layer for LATAM Airlines, then jump into the tactic pages before you book or add paid extras.
Look for where the airline turns common travel behavior into paid add-ons.
Bag, seat, and flexibility costs are the first places the cheap fare breaks.
Use the tools only after you understand which fee behavior matters for this airline.
Carry-on allowance depends on fare family: Light fares include 1 personal item; other fares include 1 carry-on bag up to 12 kg; size limits apply
Standard seat selection included on Plus, Top, and Premium fares; timing and availability depend on fare family
Change and cancellation fees depend on fare family and route; Light fares are generally the most restrictive
How to beat LATAM Airlines fees
Go from fee table to traveler strategy: traps, workarounds, fee-stack math, and what to do before checkout.
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Published fee rows
| Category | Amount | Conditions | Pricing | When | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carry on | 0.00 USD | Carry-on allowance depends on fare family: Light fares include 1 personal item; other fares include 1 carry-on bag up to 12 kg; size limits apply | Not published | per flight | Source |
| Checked baggage | 0.00 USD | Checked baggage included on Plus, Top, and Premium cabins; allowance varies by route and fare family | per direction | Not published | Source |
| Checked baggage | Varies USD | Checked baggage fees apply on Light fares or when exceeding allowance; fees vary by route, fare family, and purchase timing | per direction | Not published | Source |
| Overweight baggage | Varies USD | Checked bags weighing more than 23 kg and up to 32 kg incur an overweight fee; bags over 32 kg are not accepted | Not published | at airport | Source |
| Oversize baggage | Varies USD | Checked bags exceeding 158 cm (L+W+H) incur an oversize fee; acceptance subject to aircraft and airport handling limits | Not published | at airport | Source |
| Seat selection | 0.00 USD | Standard seat selection included on Plus, Top, and Premium fares; timing and availability depend on fare family | Not published | at booking / manage trip | Source |
| Seat selection | Varies USD | Seat selection fees apply on Light fares; amount varies by route, seat type, and time of selection | Not published | at booking / manage trip | Source |
| Change cancellation | Varies USD | Change and cancellation fees depend on fare family and route; Light fares are generally the most restrictive | Not published | before departure | Source |
| Unaccompanied minor | Varies USD | Unaccompanied Minor service available on select routes and ages; fees and conditions vary by country and route | Not published | at booking | Source |
Use this page the right way
The fee table is the evidence layer. The value comes from connecting it to trap logic, enforcement reality, and the next action that lowers your all-in cost.
Related guides
Sizer Reality Check
Carry-on measurements usually include wheels and handles. A bag marketed as "22 inches" can still fail if the real outer shell runs tall or will not compress when gate staff starts enforcing size visually.
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