Delta Air Lines and LATAM Airlines Group have expanded their Joint Venture (JV) to include Argentina, unlocking new opportunities for passengers as well as air cargo transport between North and South America. This milestone comes just two years after the launch of the JV and strengthens the integrated cargo and passenger operations between the United States, Canada, and Argentina.
The expansion provides cargo customers with improved access to a broader, more efficient network spanning over 200 destinations. Shippers in Argentina will benefit from enhanced connectivity to key markets across North America, supported by a combination of passenger belly capacity and dedicated freighter services. The JV enables better coordination, more flight options, streamlined services, and therefore likely improved transit times for cargo moving across the region.
While passengers will enjoy enhanced benefits such as mileage accrual and redemption across both airlines’ loyalty programs, access to VIP lounges, and reciprocal elite status perks, similar benefits may result for cargo. The expansion should also allow for more reliable and flexible logistics solutions, thus supporting a wide range of industries with growing cross-border transportation needs. The increased frequency and connectivity between Delta and LATAM’s networks should lead to smoother cargo flows – possibly particularly attractive for time-sensitive and high-value goods.
With all required regulatory approvals secured, Delta and LATAM have formally notified Argentina’s National Commission for the Defense of Competition for post-implementation evaluation.
