Delta and LATAM announced that they will be the official airlines of the Copa América 2024, an international soccer championship from June 20 to July 14 in 14 venues across the United States.
Additionally, LATAM Group will offer exclusive promotions in some of the championship’s destinations in the next few days, as well as ticket raffles among its most loyal customers, so that they can attend one of the world’s most important soccer events, which this year will bring together 16 American teams.
Furthermore, LATAM will transform its lounges in the region into spaces for fans to enjoy the tournament’s different matches on a giant screen. Fans will have access to comfortable spaces, cocktails, food, and WiFi, among other things.
«In less than a month, athletes and attendees from different countries of the continent will travel to compete and enjoy this great sporting event, so good air connectivity is essential for the success of this tournament. For this reason, this announcement is perfectly complemented by the Joint Venture between LATAM and Delta because it will demonstrate that together it is possible to contribute to greater and better connectivity between South and North America,» says Constanza Pizarro, Corporate Communications Manager of Latam Airlines Group.
«The fact that Delta and the LATAM group, the airlines that best connect South and North America, are the sponsors of the Copa America 2024 is the perfect example of how both regions are ‘meant to be together’. Both airlines share a vision and commitment to deliver an exceptional travel experience to all fans who mobilize to cheer on their teams,» said Soledad Lago Rodríguez, Director of Communications and Brand for Delta Air Lines.
Delta-LATAM: Elevating Travel Across the Americas
North and South America’s leading airlines, Delta and LATAM, have forged a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the travel experience and expanding access to destinations throughout the continents. The partnership encompasses select markets, connecting more than 300 destinations across the U.S./Canada and South America.
Travelers can now seamlessly fly between cities such as New York, São Paulo, Bogotá, and Santiago, enjoying the convenience of coordinated schedules and efficient connections. Delta passengers gain easier access to cities like Cusco, Peru, and Montevideo, Uruguay, via LATAM’s hubs. Similarly, LATAM travelers now have convenient access to over 200 U.S. cities through Delta’s hubs.
Whether flying in North or South America, passengers can expect exceptional service, comfortable cabins, and seamless connections. The partnership allows travelers to earn and redeem miles across both airlines, providing flexibility and value. Additionally, elite reciprocal benefits enhance the overall journey, whether passengers are exploring the Amazon rainforest, Chilean Patagonia or the skyscrapers of New York City.
Since receiving final approval of their partnership, Delta and LATAM have announced several exciting new routes:
- Bogota-Orlando (LATAM): Connecting the vibrant Colombian capital with the popular tourist destination in Florida.
- Los Angeles-Sao Paulo (LATAM): Linking the entertainment hub of Los Angeles with Brazil’s largest city.
- New York JFK-Rio de Janeiro (Delta): Offering year-round service between the Big Apple and the iconic Brazilian city.
- Atlanta-Cartagena (Delta): Providing a direct link between Atlanta and the historic coastal city in Colombia.
- Lima-Atlanta #2 (LATAM’s first route to Delta’s ATL hub): Expanding connectivity between Lima, Peru, and Atlanta.
- Santiago-Orlando (LATAM, seasonal): Seasonal flights between the Chilean capital and Orlando, Florida.
- Santiago – Atlanta #2 (Delta, seasonal): Providing more options for customers flying during high peak holiday season by end of the year.
