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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the Buenos Aires urban landscape during takeoff and provides a direct line of sight to the rugged Sierra de Córdoba and the dramatic Sierra de Ancasti upon arrival.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Buenos Aires Skyline

Immediate views of the Microcentro, the Obelisco, and the dense urban grid of the capital city after takeoff.

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Humid Pampas

The vast, productive agricultural heartland of Argentina, characterized by perfectly square crop fields and rural estates.

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Sierras de Córdoba

The ancient, rounded mountain peaks of central Argentina visible to the west as you cross the province of Córdoba.

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Sierra de Ancasti

A dramatic mountain wall that marks the edge of the Catamarca valley, showing distinct tectonic uplift features.

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San Fernando Valley

The final approach provides a sweeping view of the valley floor where the provincial capital is nestled.

Choose a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh eastern sun. During takeoff from AEP, the left side usually captures the most iconic views of the 9 de Julio Avenue and the waterfront. Keep your camera ready as you approach Catamarca for the sudden transition from flat plains to high-altitude mountain ridges.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Paraná River Delta

The massive, labyrinthine network of islands and brown water channels where the Paraná River meets the Río de la Plata.

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Rosario City

A clear view of Argentina's third-largest city and its prominent Monumento a la Bandera along the riverbanks.

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Mar Chiquita

In the distance, the shimmering expanse of South America's largest saline lake, a major biodiversity hotspot.

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Salinas de Ambargasta

Large white salt flats visible to the north as the plane enters the arid climate zone of the northwest.

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Catamarca Orchards

Lush patches of olive groves and vineyards that contrast sharply with the surrounding desert-like terrain during descent.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light reflecting off the Paraná Delta. It offers a better perspective of the salt flats to the north. Watch for the 'shadow' of the mountains during sunset, which creates beautiful depth across the valley floor as you land at CTC.

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Route Information

Distance: 960 km (597 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: AEP (-34.5592, -58.4156)

Arrival: CTC (-28.5956001282, -65.751701355)

Route Type: Domestic

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