Can you bring a baby blanket on a plane with LATAM Airlines when traveling with a baby?

 

Bringing a baby blanket on a LATAM flight

 

Yes — you may bring a baby blanket on board a LATAM flight when traveling with an infant. Baby blankets are considered essential infant items and are normally allowed in the cabin. Below are practical, friendly, and helpful points to make your trip smoother:

• Carry-on and accessibility: Keep the blanket in your carry-on or diaper bag so it’s easy to reach during the flight. Cabin crew expect essential infant items to be accessible throughout boarding and the flight.
• Security screening: Blankets must go through airport security screening. They may be placed on the X‑ray belt or inspected by hand. If you need privacy for a physical inspection (for example, if you want the blanket checked separately), ask the security officers — most checkpoints can accommodate a private screening on request.
• Takeoff/landing and stowage: During taxi, takeoff, and landing the crew may ask that loose items be stowed. You should follow the flight attendant’s instructions — you can usually fold the blanket and place it in an overhead bin or under the seat in front of you, or keep it on your lap if the crew approves.
• Temperature and comfort: Cabins can get cold, so a blanket is very useful. Consider a lightweight extra layer or a wearable baby blanket/sleep sack if you want the baby to stay warm without loose bedding that must be stowed.
• Car seats and bassinets: If you’re using an approved child restraint (car seat) or a requested bassinet, blankets are still fine to use for warmth, but ensure the baby’s harness is properly fitted and visible. Do not place heavy bedding over a sleeping infant’s face — follow safe-sleep guidance and crew instructions.
• International travel and local rules: LATAM operates in several countries; the general allowance for infant items like blankets is consistent, but local airport security procedures or regional regulations may vary. If you have a specific concern (for example, particular size restrictions or unusual items), contact LATAM or the departure airport ahead of travel.
• Other infant items: LATAM and most security authorities allow essential baby items in carry-on such as a diaper bag, baby food, formula, and breast milk (liquid allowances for baby food/formula often have exemptions at security). Blankets are treated as ordinary carryable items and do not require special clarification.

Quick tips: Fold the blanket neatly for screening, keep it accessible, listen to crew instructions at boarding and during safety-sensitive phases, and avoid covering the baby’s face while sleeping. If you want extra reassurance, ask LATAM customer service or airport staff before boarding.