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AEP → MDZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Jorge Newbery Airpark (Buenos Aires) to El Plumerillo Airport (Mendoza)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Andes mountain range, specifically the peak of Aconcagua, which stands as the highest mountain outside of Asia.
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Rio de la Plata
The world's widest estuary, visible to the north as the plane climbs out of the coastal airport.
Parana River Delta
The complex network of islands and green waterways visible in the distance to the northwest.
Sierras de San Luis
Small, ancient mountain ranges that provide the first vertical relief after hours of flying over flat plains.
Mount Aconcagua
The 'Stone Sentinel' and highest peak in the Americas, visible on the horizon during the descent into Mendoza.
High Andes Cordillera
A massive wall of snow-capped peaks forming the border with Chile, creating a stunning backdrop for arrival.
Mendoza Oasis
The lush green grid of vineyards and poplar trees that define the city's unique man-made ecosystem.
This is the 'scenic side' for the descent. To see Aconcagua clearly, try to book a morning flight when the air is less hazy and the sun is behind you, illuminating the mountains. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing, as the approach path often parallels the Andes range.
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Buenos Aires Skyline
Uninterrupted views of the city's dense urban grid and the iconic Obelisco area immediately after takeoff.
The Humid Pampa
The vast, flat agricultural heartland of Argentina, characterized by perfectly square fields and cattle ranches.
Salado River Meanders
Intricate, snake-like water patterns cutting through the landscape of the Buenos Aires province.
Arid San Luis
A dramatic shift in geography as the lush greens of the Pampa turn into the reddish, dry soils of central Argentina.
Uco Valley Foothills
The southern approach to Mendoza reveals the beginning of the wine country and the lower Precordillera mountains.
Choose the left side for better views of the urban sprawl of Buenos Aires during departure. On afternoon flights, this side will be in the shade, reducing glare for photography of the changing landscapes. During the final descent, look for the 'diques' or reservoirs that irrigate the arid region.
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Get eSIMs for ArgentinaDistance: 979 km (608 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: AEP (-34.5592, -58.4156)
Arrival: MDZ (-32.831699371300004, -68.7929000854)
Route Type: Domestic
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