LATAM flies 24,000 tonnes of flowers to US for Valentine’s

LATAM Group has shipped flowers from Colombia and Ecuador to the United States, transporting more than 24,000 tonnes during the recent Valentine’s Day season. This marks the fourth consecutive year the group has shipped more than 24000 tonnes of flowers.

Over a three-week period, LATAM’s cargo affiliates operated around 430 flights from Bogotá, Medellín, and Quito, ensuring timely deliveries, proper handling, and direct connections to the United States, the main destination for the flowers. Approximately 12,000 tonnes originated in Ecuador, while over 12,300 tonnes were shipped from Colombia.

Claudio Torres Faini, Commercial Director South America at LATAM Cargo Group, said the Valentine’s period is one of the most demanding seasons for the flower industry. He emphasised that LATAM’s year-round support, operational flexibility, and capacity make it a trusted partner for the sector.

The group’s freighter fleet, combined with access to belly capacity on passenger aircraft, allowed LATAM to manage the season’s high demand efficiently. Its consistent on-time performance, close coordination with customers, suppliers, and airport teams, and focus on product care have helped the airline expand its presence in the regional floriculture sector.

In 2025, LATAM transported more than 245,000 tonnes of flowers from Colombia and Ecuador, highlighting the scale and importance of its operation in the region.