Brazil Is Taking Off: European Airlines Are Expanding — and So Are the Opportunities
n 2024, two major players — Air France-KLM and LATAM Airlines significantly expanded their operations in Brazil, reinforcing what many global investors are already seeing: Brazil is back on the map as a strategic growth hub.
And this momentum is not just about flights it's about the opportunities that follow.
Air France-KLM: From Optimism to Action
In 2024, Air France-KLM:
Launched a new route between Paris and Salvador
Increased frequency on flights to Rio de Janeiro and Fortaleza
Reached 47 weekly flights in Brazil, surpassing pre-pandemic levels of 44
According to Manuel Flahault, the group’s director for South America, Brazil is now their second largest long-haul market, behind only North America. The company sees solid, growing demand and a bright outlook for 2025.
LATAM: Connecting Brazil to the World
In parallel, LATAM Airlines announced a 38% increase in international flights from Brazil starting in October 2024, boosting service to:
Madrid, Lisbon, Milan, Rome
Orlando, Los Angeles, Johannesburg
This expansion reinforces Brazil’s role as a regional and global gateway, with rising air connectivity that will benefit tourism, trade, logistics, and business services.
What It Means for European Investors
Growing market confidence: Airlines are not only returning — they’re expanding
Infrastructure opportunities: Airports, hospitality, and transport networks need upgrades and investment
Increased EU-Brazil connectivity: More flights mean more commerce, more people, and more possibilities
For European capital, this is a high-visibility indicator of a resilient, opportunity-rich economy, and a fast-growing middle The Skies Are Open and So Is Brazil
At Latitude3, we see air connectivity as more than a convenience — it’s an economic signal.
When global airlines expand operations, they do so with data, strategy, and long-term vision. Their message is clear: Brazil is open for business and the runway is clear.
Time to board.
