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AEP → PDP
Which side of the plane to sit from Jorge Newbery Airpark (Buenos Aires) to Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (Punta del Este)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Uruguayan coastline, including the historic city of Colonia and the capital, Montevideo, before descending into Punta del Este.
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Buenos Aires Skyline
Unmatched views of the Puerto Madero skyscrapers and the sprawling Argentine capital immediately after takeoff from AEP.
Colonia del Sacramento
The UNESCO World Heritage colonial town is often visible as you cross the northern bank of the river.
Montevideo Panorama
A full view of the Uruguayan capital's port, the historic Ciudad Vieja, and the long seaside promenade known as the Rambla.
Costa de Oro
The sequence of white-sand beach resorts lining the Uruguayan coast between Montevideo and Punta del Este.
Maldonado City
Clear views of the administrative center of the region just before the wheels touch down at PDP.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the water. This side is also best for capturing the urban density of both capitals. Look out for the Cerro de Montevideo, the hill that gives the city its name.
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Rio de la Plata Estuary
The vast, silt-heavy brown waters of the world's widest river meeting the blue Atlantic Ocean.
High-Speed Ferries
Look for the white wakes of Buquebus ferries crossing between Buenos Aires and Montevideo far below.
Casapueblo
The iconic white 'living sculpture' hotel and museum built by artist Carlos Páez Vilaró on the cliffs of Punta Ballena.
Isla de Lobos
On clear days, you can spot this small island in the distance, which hosts one of the world's largest sea lion colonies.
Playa Brava
The Atlantic-facing side of the Punta del Este peninsula, famous for its rougher surf and 'The Hand' sculpture.
The right side is spectacular for afternoon flights during the descent, as the sun sets over the river. Keep your camera ready as the plane turns over Punta Ballena; this provides a brief but stunning view of Casapueblo and the jagged coastline.
Book Hotels in Punta del EsteDistance: 305 km (190 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: AEP (-34.5592, -58.4156)
Arrival: PDP (-34.855098724365234, -55.09429931640625)
Route Type: International
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