LATAM Projects Sustained Growth and Enhanced Financial Strength for 2026
LATAM Airlines Group presented its operational and financial projections for 2026, with a clear focus on maintaining profitable and disciplined growth. The group anticipates an 8 to 10 percent increase in passenger operations, measured in ASK (Available Seat Kilometers), alongside an operating margin expected to range between 15 and 17 percent.
Rising Financial Expectations
The company expects its adjusted EBITDA to reach between $4.2 and $4.6 billion in 2026. This exceeds the guidance provided for the current year, which stands between $4.0 and $4.1 billion. LATAM also projects an adjusted unit cost for passenger operations, excluding fuel, between 4.3 and 4.5 cents.
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Detailed Growth Breakdown by Market
The operational plan outlines regional expectations:
Domestic Markets
- Brazil: anticipated growth between 6 and 8 percent.
- Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru: estimated growth between 5 and 7 percent.
International Market
- Projected growth between 11 and 13 percent.
Strategy Focused on Efficiency and Customer Experience
Roberto Alvo, CEO of LATAM Airlines Group, highlighted that these projections reflect the group’s business model, capable of generating solid and sustainable results over time. He emphasized the commitment to operational discipline, cost control, continuous improvement of the passenger experience, and investment in technologies that facilitate travel and enable more sustainable operations.
Cash Flow and Capital Strength
For 2026, the company projects leveraged cash flow generation exceeding $1.7 billion. Furthermore, it expects to achieve an adjusted net leverage ratio equal to or below 1.4x and to have more than $5 billion in liquidity by the end of the coming year, reinforcing a robust capital structure.
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