Originally Posted by
Often1
Are people with experience on this specific route certain that LAN will short-check the bags?
Most carriers expressly won't do this for exactly the reasons that OP wants it.
Also, how does OP propose to return home given that the remainder of his itinerary will be cancelled once he misses the onward outbound flight/segment? Won't he have to purchase a one-way?
no one w/ specific experience has posted as far as i can tell.....but asking for a short check is the only possible solution mentioned......
to the op.....you could see what the price is w/ a day stopover in scl coming back....certainly worth the time to check...