Major Flight Disruptions Leave Thousands Stranded as LATAM, Avianca, and Others Cancel Dozens of Routes Across South America
Multiple airlines, including LATAM and Avianca, have suspended 34 flights across key cities in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. The disruptions have left passengers stranded in hubs like Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Santiago, Bogotá, and Lima. Officials have reported cascading effects as travelers scramble to rebook and airlines work to resolve the situation.
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Significant flight disruptions have impacted travelers across South America, as several major airlines, most notably LATAM and Avianca, have suspended a total of 34 flights. As a result, passengers have been left stranded in major airports including Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Santiago, Bogotá, and Lima.
The cancellations have prompted widespread difficulties for passengers, who now face extended waits and uncertainty regarding their travel plans. The affected routes cover some of the region’s most important travel corridors between Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Peru.
While specific causes for the suspensions have not been cited, the impact has been severe, with reports of numerous travelers left waiting for alternative arrangements. Airport authorities and airline representatives are currently coordinating efforts to re-accommodate affected passengers. Information on passenger numbers and exact itineraries remains unavailable, but the seriousness of the disruption is underscored by the involvement of leading domestic and international carriers.
Affected travelers are urged to stay in close communication with their respective airlines for further updates and rebooking instructions as efforts continue to normalize operations.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights:
Sometimes it’s not immediately clear whether your flight qualifies for compensation. When the cause of the delay or cancellation is uncertain, the following general rights still apply.
Pending eligibility
Your right to care, rebooking, or refund is always guaranteed under EC 261, UK 261, ANAC 400, SHY-PASSENGER, GACA, and the Montreal Convention.
Whether you qualify for monetary compensation depends on the reason for the disruption — this can take time for authorities or the airline to confirm.
Causes like technical faults, crew issues, or operational errors usually make your flight eligible.
However, weather conditions, security threats, or air-traffic restrictions often fall under extraordinary circumstances, which may exempt airlines from paying compensation.
Tip: Keep all travel documents and receipts. You may later prove that your case qualifies for compensation.
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, you are entitled to a new flight or a refund.
Care and assistance
If your flight is delayed by more than two to four hours, your airline must provide food and drink vouchers.
Accommodation
For overnight delays, airlines must provide hotel stays and transfers, regardless of whether compensation applies.
Communication
You have the right to two phone calls or emails during extended waiting times.
Quick facts
Disruption:
Cancellation
Cause:
Other
Compensation:
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected:
34
Status:
Current disruption
Airlines affected:
LATAM, Avianca
Airports affected:
Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Santiago, Bogotá, Lima
Checked by:
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated:
13 October 2025