The short answer
LATAM accepts dogs and cats in the cabin, up to 9 kg including the carrier, in a soft bag of about 45 × 30 × 25 cm. Cats are accepted on the same terms. The cabin option applies on long-haul routes too. The fee starts around $130.
LATAM accepts small pets in the cabin on many South American and select international flights, with hold transport for larger animals subject to route and aircraft.
Carrier and crate
Breed and temperature
Snub-nosed breed rules vary by route and season. Confirm for your specific flight.
Booking the pet slot
Request the pet through LATAM contact centre at least 48 hours before departure; acceptance is per-flight and confirmed only after LATAM replies.
Routes flown by LATAM
Frequently asked questions
Does LATAM allow pets in the cabin?
LATAM accepts dogs and cats in the cabin, up to 9 kg including the carrier, in a soft bag of about 45 × 30 × 25 cm. Cats are accepted on the same terms. The cabin option applies on long-haul routes too. The fee starts around $130.
How heavy can a pet be to fly in the LATAM cabin?
Up to 9 kg including the carrier. Above that your pet travels in the hold or as manifest cargo.
What size carrier does LATAM allow in the cabin?
Roughly 45 × 30 × 25 cm, measured at the widest points. Soft carriers are expected so the bag can compress under the seat.
How much does LATAM charge for a pet?
From about $130 each way, varying by route and cabin.
Comparing carriers for a route?
Airline pet rules stack on top of the destination rules. Check both before you book.