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12 comments

Marcelo M

verifbadgeVerified | Oct 29, 2026
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Curitiba-Copenhagen

Economy

Claim escalated to airline

Unknown

It took more than 24 hour to locate the luggage and one more day to delivery it. We arrived at the Airport on 26/10/2026 and my luggage was delivered on 28/10/2026. We filed the PIR in person at the SAS baggageservice copenhagen airport PO box 150 on arrival. We had to go out to buy clothes on 27/10/2026.
  • Curitiba-Copenhagen
  • Economy
  • Claim escalated to airline

Khurrum K

verifbadgeVerified | May 23, 2026
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London-Rio De Janeiro

Economy

No reason given

On 4 November 2024 I was travelling from London Heathrow (LHR) to Rio de Janeiro GaleΓ£o (GIG) via SΓ£o Paulo Guarulhos (GRU) on a single booking (reference DBWQKT, order number LA0454881ILYO). My first flight was LA8085 (LHR–GRU, scheduled departure 20:15). After landing at GRU, the aircraft doors failed to open for over one hour, preventing passengers from disembarbing. As a result I missed my connecting flight LA3340 (GRU–GIG, scheduled departure 07:00, boarding 06:15 on 5 November 2024). LATAM rebooked me onto a later flight, LA3342, which departed GRU at 08:47 and arrived at my final destination GIG at 09:49 on 5 November 2024. My original scheduled arrival at GIG was 08:00, meaning I arrived at my final destination over 3.5 hours late. LATAM has rejected my compensation claim three times (25, 27 and 28 November 2024), falsely claiming there was no delay to LA8085. I have also escalated to the CAA and Resolver, both of which remain unresolved. I have boarding passes, FlightAware tracking data, and the full LATAM rejection correspondence as supporting evidence.
  • London-Rio De Janeiro
  • Economy

Anonymous member

verifbadgeVerified | May 7, 2026

Brisbane-Buenos Aires

Economy

DISGUSTING AIRLINE - THIEVES

We booked and paid USD$1,140 for extra leg room seats. They changed our flight and I emailed to make sure we had extra leg room seats still and they confirmed that we did. We never got extra leg room seats. 4 very angry people. I emailed when I got back from my holiday, which by the way was not extra legroom return either and they advised they would refund the money. It has been 3 months and they still haven't

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  • close We paid USD$1,140 for extra leg room, they never gave us extra leg room. They confirmed they would refund the money, but that was 3 months ago.
  • closecheck No positive for this airline
  • Brisbane-Buenos Aires
  • Economy
  • Loss: €1140
  • Desired solution

bluecheck Refund

Chanelle B

verifbadgeVerified | Apr 13, 2026

Sao Paulo-Mexico City

Economy

Refund request-disrupted flight

Dear LATAM, I am writing to formally request reimbursement following a disruption to my flight (flight LA8112 booking code UBCFAI for passenger Chanelle Bermudez) The flight LA8112 departed SΓ£o Paulo with a one hour delay, and was later diverted to BogotΓ‘ for an hour due to a medical emergency. As a result, I arrived in Mexico City approximately 3 hours later than scheduled (scheduled arrival 15:35, actual arrival around was 18:30). During this disruption: -I did not receive any written communication or updates by email from LATAM regarding the delay or its impact. -No assistance or guidance was provided upon arrival at Mexico City airport -I was not offered rebooking support or alternatives Due to this lack of information and assistance, I missed a separately booked connecting flight and was forced to purchase a replacement ticket at my own expense at the airport (USD $212), which I am attaching. While I understand the diversion may qualify as an extraordinary circumstance, LATAM still has an obligation to provide adequate assistance and timely communication to passengers during disruptions. For this reason, I respectfully request: -Reimbursement of the original LATAM flight (USD $563.79) to cover the expenses after the delayed flight -Consideration of any applicable refund or goodwill compensation due to the disruption and lack of assistance Please find attached: -Proof of original flight -Receipt for replacement flight due to LATAM flight delay and diversion -Boarding passes I look forward to your response within a reasonable timeframe. Sincerely, Chanelle Bermudez

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  • close Flight delay and no official communication
  • closecheck Good food and flight attendant service
  • Sao Paulo-Mexico City
  • Economy
  • Loss: €400
  • Desired solution

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Joanna S

verifbadgeVerified | Mar 23, 2026

Economy

TERRIBLE TREATMENT OF ELDERLY PASSENGERS

LATAM STAFF WERE BADLY TRAINED AGGRESIVE AND RUDE TO CUSTOMERS PEOPLE WERE LEFT WAITING AND THE QUEUES WERE BADLY HANDLED STAFF EXTREMELY RUDE

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  • close VERY POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE AT BOARDING GATE. GATE D10 DEPARTURE 15;00 16TH MARCH LA 750 THE BOARDING STAFF WERE EXTREMELY AGRESSIVE AND EXTREMELY RUDE THE ELDERLEY PASSENGERS WERE MADE TO BOARD LAST THE BOARDING STAFF WERE INADEQUATELY TRAINED
  • closecheck NO POSITIVES
  • Economy
  • Desired solution

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Andreas K

verifbadgeVerified | Mar 17, 2026
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Mendoza-Madrid

Economy

First flight from Mendoza to Santiago SCL (LA435) was delayed due to mechanical reasons. Then as I could not make it to the second flight (LA708) they had to relocate me in (LA706). Arrival to Madrid was 4:55h later than scheduled.
  • Mendoza-Madrid
  • Economy

Sahil T

verifbadgeVerified | Nov 28, 2025
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Sao Paulo-Santiago

Economy

He had my jacket my shoes my personal use equipment my medicine my extra phone my money my family give me some gift earphones and gym shoes all set all my expensive stuff
  • Sao Paulo-Santiago
  • Economy

Anonymous member

verifbadgeVerified | Nov 21, 2025

Rio De Janeiro-London

Economy

Luggage damaged by LATAM. Front pocket zip broken

When I collected my case at Heathrow the zip on the front pocket of the case had been broken so now can not be fastened. Airline were obviously aware of damage as sellotape had been wrapped around the case to secure it

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  • close damaged luggage
  • closecheck polite cabin crew
  • Rio De Janeiro-London
  • Economy
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Christopher C

verifbadgeVerified | Mar 30, 2025
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Economy

Flight delays and Seat Upgrades not provided

The second of our three connecting flights, Santiago to San Paulo was delayed meaning we could not make the San Paulo to Heathrow flight. We were redirected via Madrid. However, we had upgraded our seats to Economy plus, paying Β£184,00 and Β£47.00. The seats on the replacement flights were standard economy. We need to be reimbursed. Note this has been raised as a dispute with Barclaycard.
  • Economy

Hans Jurgen B

verifbadgeVerified | Jan 29, 2025
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Economy

SAO PAULO AIRP FLIGHT WAS FIRST DE LAYED THEN CANCELLED

OUR LATAM FLIGHT 407, DUE TO LEAVE FROM SAO PAULO TO MONTEVIDEO AT 15:05, WAS FIRST DELAYED. WE WERE THEN ADVISED OF ANOTHER FLIGHT AT 18:30, AND FINALLY, WE GOT THE MESSAGE THAT THE FLIGHT WAS CANCELLED. WE RECEIVED THE CANCELLATION MESSAGE IN THE AMERICAN EXPRESS LOUNGE AND, PANICKED, IMMEDIATELY LOOKED FOR AN ALTERNATIVE FLIGHT. WE FOUND A FLIGHT WITH GOL AT 9:20 THE NEXT DAY, 13/01. FLIGHT 37630. WHEN WE RETURNED TO THE GATE TO ENQUIRE WHERE WE WOULD STAY FOR THE NIGHT, WE WERE TOLD THAT THERE ACTUALLY WAS A NEW LATAM FLIGHT DUE TO LEAVE AT 18:30. STANDING THERE WITH OUR NEWLY BOOKED FLIGHT FOR THE NEXT DAY IN HAND, WE FELT QUITE FRUSTRATED AS WE KNEW WE COULDN'T CANCEL THE FLIGHT AND GET A REFUND. NATURALLY WE LEFT WITH THE LATAM FLIGHT 18:30, 12/01. I HAVE ATTACHED ALL MESSAGES RECEIVED AND OTHER EVIDENCE. I FEEL STRONGLY THAT WE SHOULD RECEIVE COMPENSATION FROM LATAM AIRWAYS BECAUSE THEY ONLY ADVISED US BY MESSAGE OF THE CANCELLATION OF OUR ORIGINAL FLIGHT. THEY, HOWEVER, SHOULD THEN HAVE ADDED, "BUT WE HAVE A NEW FLIGHT AT 18:30". BAD MISLEADING COMMUNICATION! HERE THE MESSAGES RECEIVED: FIRST MESSAGE We are sorry to inform you that your flight to Montevideo has been delayed for unscheduled maintenance. We sincerely apologize if this affects your plans. Check the details πŸ‘‡ * Order number LA0458578AUYH * Booking ID GDJDNG SΓ£o Paulo (GRU) to Montevideo (MVD) πŸ›« New schedule LA407 🟒 Departure: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 5:05 PM. Arrival: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 7:45 PM. πŸ›¬ Previous schedule LA407 πŸ”΄ Departure: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 3:05 PM. Arrival: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 5:45 PM. SECOND MESSAGE Hello HANS, We found a solution for you. We already have your new flight to Montevideo. Once again, we sincerely apologize if this affected your plans. Check the details πŸ‘‡ * Order number LA0458578AUYH * Booking ID GDJDNG πŸ›« New flight LA9455 🟒 SΓ£o Paulo GRU to Montevideo MVD Departure: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 6:30 PM. Arrival: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 9:10 PM. If you prefer, you can choose one of the following options free of charge: THIRD AND FINAL MESSAGE Hello HANS, We are sorry to inform you that your flight to Montevideo has been canceled for unscheduled maintenance. We are working to find you a solution. We sincerely apologize if this affects your plans. Check the details πŸ‘‡ * Order number LA0458578AUYH * Booking ID GDJDNG πŸ”΄ Flight canceled LA407 SΓ£o Paulo (GRU) to Montevideo (MVD)Departure: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 3:05 PMArrival: Sunday, January 12, 2025, 5:45 PM If you prefer, you can choose one of the following options free of charge:
  • Economy
  • Loss: €504.6
  • Desired solution

Torren D

verifbadgeVerified | Nov 22, 2024

Melbourne-Sao Paulo

Economy

Disrespectful and discriminating costumer service

On October 31st, my partner and I flew from Melbourne to SΓ£o Paulo on flight LA804, with a stopover in Santiago. During our time at Santiago airport, we were scheduled to board flight LA8206 from Santiago to SΓ£o Paulo. Unfortunately, my experience with LATAM staff at this point was highly disappointing, as their behavior was uncooperative, unacceptable, and unsupportive. The announcements at the airport were made exclusively in Spanish and Portuguese. As an English-speaking passenger traveling from Australia, I required assistance to understand the updates regarding our flight. I approached a LATAM staff member for clarification and asked if she could either translate the announcement into English or find someone who could assist me. She refused, turned her back to me, and offered no further help. Shortly afterward, another LATAM staff member approached and placed a tag on my carry-on luggage without providing any explanation or engaging in communication. As I proceeded to board the plane, another staff member addressed me in Spanish while pointing at my bag. I explained that I did not speak Spanish and asked if she could speak English. In response, she sighed in frustration, turned her back on me, and offered no support. This treatment left me feeling disrespected and discriminated against at a time when I needed understanding and assistance from LATAM staff. Having spent over AUD 7,000 with LATAM to travel through South America, I find this level of service entirely unacceptable. It is worth mentioning that the LATAM staff on our flights from Melbourne to Santiago were impeccable. However, the behavior of the staff at Santiago airport was the worst I have ever encountered. I cannot believe I spent so much money only to be treated this way. I hope this matter is taken seriously, as no customer should endure such treatment, particularly in a situation where assistance is needed. This experience left me feeling embarrassed and ashamed. Despite this incident, I loved Brazil and South America so much that I plan to return next September. However, I am now strongly considering flying with a different airline for my next trip.
  • Melbourne-Sao Paulo
  • Economy
  • Desired solution

bluecheck Compensation

bluecheck Apology / Voucher

A R

verifbadgeVerified | Nov 7, 2024
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Cuzco-Lima

Economy

Alejandra Velasco

Order number LA0458224VUTI Flight canceled LA2165 Tuesday, November 5, 2024 22:20-Cusee Airport A. Velaseo Astete Tuesday, November 5, 2024 23:50- Lima Airport J Chavez Intl. I had a connecting flight in Lima with a different airline. I missed it and was considered a no show. Your staff at Cusco was awful. They led us from boarding area to check-in counter never explaining to everyone what happened. Instead they explained to small groups that were vocal. I would have preferred to be treated as a human instead of a bunch of herd. It was my first experience to stay all night in an airport. The rescheduled flight for the next day was delayed also. So of course I couldn't make another reservation with my connecting flight airline because I didn't know when if ever we would leave Cusco. It felt like all your airline cares about is dinero. Very disappointing.
  • Cuzco-Lima
  • Economy
  • Desired solution

bluecheck Expenses reimbursement

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LATAM Airlines Complaints: Common Issues, Advice, and Contact Information
LATAM Airlines Complaints: Common Issues, Advice, and Contact Information
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Joanna Teljeur

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In 2023, Skytrax awarded LATAM the title, Best Airline in South America. While the Chilean carrier does have a solid reputation, they aren’t without problems. Delays and cancellations are some of the most common complaints, but there are many other issues that passengers have encountered.

Advocating for air passengers’ rights, we here at AirAdvisor can help you submit your LATAM complaint, but if you prefer to file it on your own, keep reading for some tips and tricks that will help your claim have a favorable outcome. 

Worthwhile Complaints

LATAM passengers can lodge an official complaint for any number of reasons including customer service, cabin comfort, and fees. But some situations like LATAM flight delays or cancellations, can lead to compensation payouts.

You may also have a chance of receiving cash compensation for lost or damaged baggage and oversold flights that cause you to be bumped, also known as denied boarding.

Understanding Passenger Rights

Anytime a LATAM flight departs from an airport in the United Kingdom or European Union country, you are immediately protected by the air passenger rights regulations for these regions known as Regulation UK261 and Regulation EU261. 

Based on these laws, LATAM is required to compensate their passengers as follows if you end up arriving late by 3 or more hours at your final destination. If your flight was canceled, and you were given less than 2 weeks notice, then you may also be eligible for compensation.

  • Flights under 1500 km - £220 (€250)
  • Flights between 1500-3500 km - £350 (€400)
  • Flights over 3500 km - £520 (€600)

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LATAM Airlines Complaints: Expert Tips

The points listed below will help you secure a positive result for your claim.

  1. Act quickly: Submit your complaint to the airline as soon as possible because the longer you wait, the fuzzier the details become. 
  2. Retain everything: You have to support the claim you’re making against LATAM, so to do this, retain boarding passes, photos, receipts, and anything else pertaining to your disrupted flight.
  3. Check your contact details. It’s important to make it easy for LATAM to contact you. So for this reason, double check your contact information.
  4. State your desired outcome: Be clear about what you hope the end result will be. Reference UK/EU regulations if you need to.

Contacting LATAM 

If you have a general concern, you can always refer to the HELP and FAQ sections of the airline’s website for quick answers. Here are some other options.

LATAM Email

The airline doesn’t post email contact information on their site, so you will have to submit your claim on the webform.

LATAM Phone Numbers

You can find contact information for different regions by going to LATAM’s website and finding their ABOUT LATAM page. 

  • 0800 026 0728 - LATAM Customer Service Phone Number for the UK
  • +44 800 026 0728 - Customer Service line from outside the UK
  • 1-866-435-9526 - Toll Free Customer Service in the United States

LATAM Complaints Form

If you go to the HELP CENTER section and scroll to the bottom, you’ll see the CONTACT US section. Under the heading, select ‘Create a Case’ in order to submit your complaint via the webform.

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Submitting LATAM Airlines Complaints

For the easiest and most successful way to complain about LATAM flight disruptions, follow these steps.

  1. Go to the the AirAdvisor homepage
  2. Provide a few preliminary flight details and click Check Compensation
  3. Enter a few more specifics about your trip
  4. After we do the initial review, we’ll contact you if we need more details for your claim.

You can save time and alleviate stress by using our convenient complaint form. When we win your case, we’ll only charge a small fee from your compensation amount, but if we don’t succeed, you pay nothing!

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LATAM Airlines customer support contact details

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UK Phone: 0800 026 0728
US Phone: 1 866 435 9526

Mailing Address
Heathrow Airport, Greater London TW6

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