In response to Brazil’s booming summer travel demand, Latam Airlines has announced a major expansion of its domestic operations. Between December 15, 2025, and February 8, 2026, the airline will operate 2,000 additional flights across the country, according to Estadão. The move is part of Latam’s strategy to strengthen its position in Latin America’s largest aviation market during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
This seasonal expansion highlights the continued recovery of air travel in Brazil and the airline’s confidence in passenger demand. With Brazil’s summer coinciding with the year-end holidays and school vacations, domestic tourism sees a significant spike, especially to coastal and leisure destinations.
Key Routes and Destinations
Latam’s additional flights will primarily serve popular vacation and cultural hubs, offering more options and flexibility for travelers:
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São Paulo/Guarulhos (GRU) to Rio de Janeiro/Santos Dumont (SDU): One of the busiest domestic corridors in Brazil will see a significant frequency boost, catering to both tourists and business travelers.
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São Paulo/Congonhas (CGH) to Florianópolis (FLN): With Florianópolis drawing thousands to its beaches, Latam is increasing capacity to accommodate holidaymakers heading to Santa Catarina’s capital.
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Brasília (BSB) to Salvador (SSA): This route connects Brazil’s capital to one of the most vibrant cultural cities in the northeast.
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Rio de Janeiro/Galeão (GIG) to Porto Seguro (BPS): A favorite for family and group travel, especially during school breaks, this route is key for access to Bahia’s scenic coast.
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Belo Horizonte (CNF) to Recife (REC) and São Paulo to Maceió (MCZ): These connections offer access to some of the most sought-after beach destinations in Brazil.
Latam has not only increased frequencies on existing routes but has also reinstated or added new point-to-point services for the summer, aiming to reduce connections and cut travel time.
Boosting Tourism and Connectivity
The extra flights are expected to transport more than 400,000 additional passengers, giving a significant boost to domestic tourism. Latam’s expansion comes amid growing consumer confidence and the continued rise of leisure travel.
With competitive pricing, improved connectivity, and increased availability, Latam’s summer flight surge is great news for travelers looking to explore Brazil’s rich diversity of destinations during the high season.
