Which has the bigger carry-on allowance, Azul or LATAM?

Azul: 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in), up to 10 kg (22 lb). LATAM: 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in), up to 12 kg (26.5 lb).

Do Azul and LATAM include a carry-on on basic economy?

Azul: Every fare includes one 10 kg carry-on, measured with wheels and handles. LATAM: Basic fares include only a personal item.

Where do Azul and LATAM fly from?

Azul's main hubs are VCP, CNF, REC. LATAM's are Santiago (SCL), São Paulo (GRU), Lima (LIM), Bogotá (BOG). The better pick is often whichever flies nonstop from your airport.

Are Azul and LATAM partners?

They aren't in the same alliance (Azul: none; LATAM: none), so miles and status generally don't transfer between them.

AD vs LA · 2026 comparison

Azul vs LATAM

Azul wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare; LATAM wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit. Here's how they compare on bags, fees, comfort, reliability and loyalty.

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Azul

Wins 1 category

A carry-on on its cheapest fare

LATAM

Wins 1 category

A more generous carry-on weight limit

Quick verdict

Azul wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare; LATAM wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit. Check the cheapest fare's bag rules before you compare prices.

Carry-on size: Azul: 55 × 35 × 25 cm · LATAM: 55 × 35 × 25 cm
Carry-on on the cheapest fare: Azul: Included on every fare · LATAM: Costs extra on basic fares

Side by side

	Azul	LATAM
Bags
Carry-on size	55 × 35 × 25 cm	55 × 35 × 25 cm
Carry-on on the cheapest fare	Included on every fare	Costs extra on basic fares
Carry-on weight limit	10 kg (22 lb)	12 kg (26.5 lb)
Personal item	Must fit under the seat	45 × 35 × 20 cm
Network
Alliance	None	None
Loyalty program	Azul Fidelidade	LATAM Pass
Main hubs	VCP, CNF, REC	SCL, GRU, LIM, BOG

Highlighted values are better for travelers. Fees are for U.S. domestic economy flights; on-time data is 2025 U.S. DOT figures for each airline's own flights.

Bags and fees

Both airlines allow a carry-on up to 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in).

Azul includes it on every fare, while LATAM charges for it on its cheapest fare.

Carry-on weight limits: 10 kg (22 lb) on Azul, 12 kg (26.5 lb) on LATAM.

Personal items: anything that fits under the seat on Azul, and 45 × 35 × 20 cm (17.7 × 13.8 × 7.9 in) on LATAM.

Loyalty and where they fly

Azul is not in an alliance and LATAM is not in an alliance.

Loyalty programs: Azul Fidelidade (Azul) and LATAM Pass (LATAM).

Azul's main hubs are VCP, CNF, REC. LATAM's are Santiago (SCL), São Paulo (GRU), Lima (LIM), Bogotá (BOG). The best choice often comes down to which airline flies nonstop from your airport.

Which should you book?

Choose Azul if you want…

a carry-on on its cheapest fare
nonstops from VCP, CNF, REC

Choose LATAM if you want…

a more generous carry-on weight limit
nonstops from SCL, GRU, LIM

On a route both fly, the cheaper ticket isn't always the cheaper trip: add the bags you'll actually bring, and check the fare rules before you book.

Azul vs LATAM FAQ

It depends on what matters most to you. Azul wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare; LATAM wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit. If they fly the same route, compare the total price with bags included.

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