Latam recently launched a direct flight from Ezeiza to Miami using a Boeing 787-8 operated by its Chilean subsidiary.

This is my coverage from economy class, recorded in May 2026.

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00:00 Introduction and arrival at the covered parking lot (with a blog discount)
01:20 Flight context: from LATAM Argentina to the LATAM Chile operation (Quinta Libertad)
02:29 Movement at Ezeiza Airport mid-morning and heading to the LATAM VIP Lounge
03:17 Tour of the LATAM VIP Lounge and sighting of the Airbus Swiss in the background
04:07 On the way to Gate 16 and the restriction on bringing liquids on board
04:45 Early boarding: Touring LAN's first Boeing 787-8 (Bravo Bravo Alpha)!

05:38 Introducing the new Business Class cabin and the changes after 12 years
06:23 Economy Class seating: LATAM+ seats (blue) vs. Standard Economy
06:53 Competitive Analysis on the Miami Route (American and Aerolíneas Argentinas)
07:17 Pros and Cons of Daytime Operations and Backup Aircraft Confirmation
08:02 Early Pushback and Taxiing Alongside a KLM Boeing 787
09:23 Views of Runway Works at Ezeiza Airport Before Takeoff
09:54 Takeoff from Ezeiza Airport Northbound on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner
11:39 Lunch Service in Economy Class
12:26 Cruise Flight: Flying Over Bolivia (Sucre and Potosí) During the Day
14:17 Interesting Facts About Crew Rest and Flight Occupancy Rates
14:55 Cabin Lighting Configuration and Approach to Florida
15:54 Dinner Service Before Landing (Option Analysis)
16:28 Views of the Approach from the Sea and Passage Over Dolphin Mall
5:28 PM Landing at Miami International Airport (MIA)
5:54 PM Taxiing to Terminal J and updates on the airport expansion
7:01 PM Quick disembarkation and tips for speeding up immigration
7:21 PM Overview of general baggage lines vs. Global Entry and baggage claim (Carriage Carriage 5)
8:32 PM Anecdote about luggage covers and leaving Terminal J
9:09 PM Walk to the remodeled MIA Mover corridor and Rental Car Center
9:42 PM Overall assessment of the daytime experience with LATAM and upcoming plans to Madrid