As an independent operator, we are not tied to any particular carrier.  Wherever possible we use scheduled airlines with a good reputation for service and punctuality.  We would like to highlight a number of reputable carriers operating to Central and South America.  Several airlines feature a premium economy and business class product which both offer extra leg room and additional benefits at a competitive price.

Impotant note: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure this information is correct, we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Please also note that airline services can change without prior notice. Therefore, please check the exact details with us at the time of booking.

British Airways flies direct from London Heathrow to Argentina (via Sao Paulo), Brazil and Mexico. They also operate flights to Miami with onwards connections (American Airlines) to Central and South America. The competitive World Traveller Plus product (premium economy) features a separate cabin with a maximum of 6 rows of seats, wider and more comfortable seats with 7 inches more leg room than World Traveller (economy). Complimentary bar service (excluding champagne) and priority meal service. Upgrade from £400 per person return.  Club World (business) benefits include a seat that converts into a fully flat bed, departure and arrival lounges (selected terminals only). Upgrade from £1,800 per person return.

Iberia has an extensive network to Central and South America. It operates direct flights from Madrid (with daily London feeders) and also regional flights from Manchester, Birmingham and other regional airports (via Madrid).
Iberia’s Business Plus product is available from Madrid to all Latin America routes. The seat reclines and converts into a completely flat bed.  Personal TV screen, choice of 3 menus. Access to VIP lounge. Upgrade from £1,500 per person return.

KLM offers departures from Heathrow via Amsterdam to Mexico, Peru, Ecuador (via Dutch Caribbean), Brazil and Venezuela. There are also services from 15 Regional airports including Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Quick and convenient transit in Amsterdam. World Business Class provides a 170 degree recline, footrests, personal TV screen and choice of 3 menus. Upgrade from £1,200 per person return.

LAN is one of the leading airlines in Latin America. LAN offer a daily flight from the UK via Madrid to Chile, Peru and Ecuador. LAN also operates domestic flights within Peru, Ecuador and Argentina and a network of international flights within South America. When travelling with LAN internationally from London this automatically entitles you to a domestic flight airpass at a preferred rate. The Premium Business class is equipped with a full flat seat (available from September 2008 on Madrid - Lima and Guayaquil). The refurbishment and introduction of the Premium Business class to the Airbus A340 fleet (Madrid-Santiago) will commence in October 2008 and is expected to be completed by August 2009. Upgrade from £1,600 per person return.

TAM operates from London Heathrow direct to Sao Paulo with onwards connections to the rest of Brazil. TAM has an extensive network of domestic services within Brazil – the TAM airpass represents excellent value for money and a convenient way to travel around this vast country. It also offers a South American airpass offering onward routes to Peru, Bolivia, Argentina and Chile.

Please note that their economy class offers a 34 ” seat pitch which is generally higher than other carriers. Their business class product offers fully reclining seats, a variety of menu options and a complimentary Limo car service (within a 65 mile radius of Heathrow).  Upgrade from £980 per person return.

Continental Airlines flies from London Heathrow and London Gatwick to Central and South America (via New York and Houston). It also offers a good choice of regional flights including Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Belfast. Business class seats provide a 55” seat pitch, 156-170 degree recline (depending on aircraft), personal TV screen and gourmet menu.  Exclusive check-in and lounge access. Upgrade from £2,100 per person return.

Lufthansa offers departures from Heathrow via Frankfurt to Mexico, Argentina, Venezuela, Brazil and Chile. There are also regional services including Birmingham, Manchester, Dublin, Edinburgh, Newcastle and Bristol.

Lufthansa Business Class offers a flat bed and larger TV screen. Quick and convenient transit in Frankfurt. Upgrade from £1,800 per person return.

TACA Airlines has been operating since 1931 and offers a first class scheduled service within the Americas. There are three hubs, San Salvador, San Jose and Lima which offer convenient connections throughout the region using a modern fleet of Airbus and ATR aircraft.  TACA prides itself on their ontime performance which is 92%.