LATAM Airlines will operate the route between the UK capital and Peru with five weekly frequencies on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. This is the first time a Peruvian crew has operated a flight between Peru and the UK. This represents a milestone in aviation in the Andean region.   Last Saturday, Heathrow Airport experienced a historic milestone with the inauguration of the direct route between London and Lima, in an event attended by the entire LATAM Airlines regional team and Ricardo Romero Talledo, Director at Trade Commission of Peru in the UK and Ireland.   "Today we finally see the desire to connect the UK and Peru become a reality with the inauguration of this direct route between London and Lima. We are aware of the enthusiasm this announcement has generated in both countries and this gives us great expectations for the future. Our hub in Lima connects 19 destinations within Peru and more than 30 international destinations. If we add to this incredible network within South America the 7 weekly frequencies between London and São Paulo, and the 5 frequencies of this route to Lima, LATAM Airlines is positioned as the best option for anyone who wants to travel to South America, whether they are business or leisure travellers," said Davide Ioppolo, Regional Commercial Director Central and Southeast Europe, United Kingdom, Nordic Countries and South Africa of LATAM Airlines.   London-Lima   The London - Lima route will connect UK travellers to one of the most diverse and attractive countries in the Americas, where they will be able to enjoy its rich culture, gastronomy and nature. In addition, from Lima, passengers will be able to access LATAM's extensive network of destinations in Peru and other countries in the region.   The flights will last approximately 12 hours and will be operated using LATAM Airlines' efficient and safe fleet of Boeing 788 aircraft which, with a total capacity of 247 passengers (30 in the Premium Business cabin and 217 in Economy), will connect the two capitals five times a week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.   The best network within South America   LATAM Airlines currently flies to 144 destinations in 24 countries, including the Falklands. From Europe, the airline offers more than 60 weekly frequencies. In Spain, it connects Barcelona with São Paulo and Madrid with Santiago de Chile, Lima and, from July 2024, also with Bogotá. There are two routes from the UK, from London to São Paulo and the recently launched London-Lima route. In the rest of Europe, Paris, Lisbon, Frankfurt, Milan and Rome connect with São Paulo, which also has a route from South Africa's Johannesburg.

  LATAM Airlines has launched a new direct flight from London to Peru, part of their 12-frequency route connecting London to South America. Sustainability is a core focus, evident in a 93% reduction in single-use plastics on board, aiming for 100% by year-end. LATAM's fleet expansion aligns with sustainability goals, exemplified by the Airbus A321 Neo, boasting 20% less emissions, CO2, and 50% reduced noise. They emphasize their role in fostering social, economic, and environmental development in South America, embracing responsibility in the region.  

LATAM has rolled out ‘Eco Kits’, a new amenity kit concept for passengers travelling in Premium Business. Based on local design and sustainability, the bags are designed to be reusable, versatile and collectable. The bag is delivered without packaging, and includes environmentally friendly reusable materials such as a bamboo toothbrush and a sugar can cap. The earplug packaging is made of craft paper to minimise the use of plastic and the socks and masks are made of recycled plastic. The toiletry bag includes cosmetic products  by Feito Brasil, which uses natural ingredients, raw materials and local production. The design is the work of South American artists chosen for the work they do in their communities. The first two artists to join this initiative are Tomás Olivos (Chile) and Hamilton Aguiar (Brazil). The next designs will be by artists from Ecuador, Peru, Colombia and Argentina. Passengers on the Santiago de Chile - Madrid and São Paulo/Guarulhos - Miami routes will be the first to have the sustainable eco kits. It will be gradually implemented on the rest of the network during 2022.