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LA779 Flight Status

Based on Trip.com’s real-time data, the LA779 flight operated by LATAM Airlines on Nov 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Santiago (SCL). The flight is expected to depart at 12:20 and land at 17:02 .
Sun, Nov 1
Mon, Nov 2
Tue, Nov 3
RIO-SCL

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2m early
Rio de Janeiro(GIG)
12:26
Scheduled: 12:20, Nov 1
Galeão International Airport T2
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 4h 40m
Santiago(SCL)
16:58
Scheduled: 17:00, Nov 1
Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport T2
Check-in Counter
G
Boarding Gate
C50
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
L4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Rio de Janeiro(GIG)
12:20
Scheduled: 12:20, Nov 2
Galeão International Airport T2
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 4h 40m
Santiago(SCL)
17:02
Scheduled: 17:00, Nov 2
Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport T2
Check-in Counter
G
Boarding Gate
C53
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
L4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Rio de Janeiro(GIG)
12:20
Scheduled: 12:20, Nov 3
Galeão International Airport T2
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 4h 40m
Santiago(SCL)
17:00
Scheduled: 17:00, Nov 3
Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport T2
Check-in Counter
G
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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LA779 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the LA779 flight flying from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago on 11/2/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 1m. The aircraft is equipped with Up to 222 seats.
flight status
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
53 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
70 %
Late on average
23 minutes
Age
1m
Seats
Up to 222
Distance
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Flight History for LA779

Trip.com historical records show that the last LA779 flight departed on Sun, Nov 1 from GIG at approximately 12:26. This flight is expected to arrrive in SCL at 16:58.
Date Airport Aircraft Type Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Wed, Oct 28 Rio de Janeiro (GIG) Santiago (SCL) A20N 12:45 17:10 Arrived
Thu, Oct 29 Rio de Janeiro (GIG) Santiago (SCL) A20N 12:32 16:52 Arrived
Fri, Oct 30 Rio de Janeiro (GIG) Santiago (SCL) A20N 12:44 17:02 Arrived
Sat, Oct 31 Rio de Janeiro (GIG) Santiago (SCL) 320 12:41 16:59 Arrived
Sun, Nov 1 Rio de Janeiro (GIG) Santiago (SCL) 320 12:26 16:58 Arrived
Mon, Nov 2 Rio de Janeiro (GIG) Santiago (SCL) A20N 12:20 17:02 Scheduled
Tue, Nov 3 Rio de Janeiro (GIG) Santiago (SCL) A20N 12:20 17:00 Scheduled

LA779 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of LA779 is 53% (Late on average 42 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 70% (Late on average 23 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
53 %
Late on average 42 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
53 %
30 mins late
13 %
60 mins late
17 %
90 mins late
17 %
Cancelled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
70 %
Late on average 23 minutes
Early
37 %
On time
33 %
30 mins late
10 %
60 mins late
10 %
90 mins late
10 %
Cancelled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight la779?

    Flight la779 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 12:20, arrival 17:00 (updated Nov 2, 2026).
  • Flight la779 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 12:20, with arrival at 17:00. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight la779 is scheduled to depart at 12:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:20, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 2, 2026).
  • Flight la779 is scheduled to arrive at 17:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:02. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 2, 2026.
  • For flight la779, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is C53. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight la779 is expected at carousel L4 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight la779 is operated by LATAM Airlines from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to Santiago (SCL). Typical flight time is about 4 hours40 minutes; operating days may include Monday.
  • Track flight la779 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.
  • If la779 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 2, 2026). Contact LATAM Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight la779 has not departed from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) yet and is currently on schedule for 12:20.
  • Flight la779 usually flies a Airbus A320 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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Destination Info: Santiago Weather & Time

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11°C - 21°C
Expected weather conditions upon arrival
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0 hour time difference
Time on arrival: Rio de Janeiro 17:02 | Santiago 17:02

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