LATAM Airlines is expanding its upcoming Amsterdam–São Paulo route even before its official launch, signaling strong demand for travel between Europe and South America. The South American carrier confirmed it will increase frequencies on the service shortly after operations begin, strengthening connections between Brazil and the Netherlands.
The new route will launch on March 30, marking LATAM’s first direct service to the Dutch market. Initially, the airline planned to operate four weekly flights between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and São Paulo’s Guarulhos International Airport. However, strong booking levels have prompted the carrier to expand the schedule to six weekly flights starting April 18.
Flights from Amsterdam are scheduled to depart at 1:10 p.m. and arrive in São Paulo at 8:20 p.m. on the same day. The service will be operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft, configured with 30 business-class seats and around 270 economy-class seats.
LATAM says the decision to increase frequencies reflects growing passenger demand and the airline’s broader strategy of strengthening connectivity between Europe and Latin America. São Paulo plays a central role in LATAM’s global network and functions as one of the company’s most important hubs for onward travel across Brazil and the rest of South America.
According to Thibaud Morand, general manager of LATAM Airlines for Europe, Asia and Oceania, the expansion highlights the airline’s commitment to expanding its international presence.
“The increase in frequencies on the Amsterdam – São Paulo route reflects our commitment to continuing to strengthen connectivity between Europe and South America and to adapting to the growing travel demand between both regions,” Morand said. “São Paulo is a key hub within our network, enabling passengers to conveniently access a wide range of destinations in Brazil and across the rest of the continent.”
Amsterdam will become LATAM’s fifth European destination, joining existing services to Madrid, Barcelona, Paris and Frankfurt. The addition also gives the airline a stronger presence in Northern Europe and allows passengers to connect to other regional destinations through partner airlines within the Air France–KLM joint venture.
The route also supports growing economic and business ties between Brazil and the Netherlands. Trade between the two countries reached approximately $10 billion in 2025, while Dutch investment in Brazil has exceeded $20 billion, particularly in sectors such as energy and agricultural technology. The new flights are expected to facilitate corporate travel between major business centers in both countries.
Leisure travel demand is also contributing to the route’s expansion. The direct service is expected to make travel easier for European tourists visiting Brazil as well as cruise passengers traveling to embarkation ports such as Rio de Janeiro or Santos.
In addition, recent visa policy changes are expected to further stimulate travel demand. Dutch passport holders can now enter Brazil visa-free for short stays of up to 30 days, simplifying travel arrangements for both business and leisure trips.
If passenger demand remains strong after the route launches, LATAM may further increase capacity in the future. Industry analysts suggest the airline could eventually add daily flights or additional services as part of its broader strategy to strengthen São Paulo’s position as a major hub linking South America with Europe.
