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CRD → RGL
Which side of the plane to sit from General E. Mosconi Airport (Comodoro Rivadavia) to Piloto Civil N. Fernández Airport (Rio Gallegos)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the rugged Atlantic coastline, turquoise estuaries, and the vast San Jorge Gulf, providing a more dynamic landscape compared to the inland plateau.
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San Jorge Gulf
Expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean immediately after takeoff from Comodoro Rivadavia.
Puerto Deseado
The unique ria (estuary) where the ocean floods a former river bed, creating a stunning biological and geological site.
San Julián Bay
A historic deep-water bay known for its vibrant blue waters and significance as a landing site for Magellan.
Santa Cruz River Estuary
The striking visual of milky-blue glacial waters from the Santa Cruz River merging into the dark Atlantic Ocean.
Choose the left side for morning flights to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Atlantic horizon. The coastal contrast is sharpest during midday when the sun is high. Keep your camera ready as you descend into Rio Gallegos to catch the intricate patterns of the coastline and river mouth.
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Patagonian Steppe
The vast, windswept 'mesetas' of the southern plateau, showcasing the raw scale and isolation of the region.
San Jorge Oil Basin
Intricate patterns of access roads and oil derricks visible in the arid landscape just south of CRD.
Distant Andean Peaks
On exceptionally clear days, the jagged silhouette of the southern Andes might be visible on the far western horizon.
Volcanic Plateaus
Scattered basaltic formations and extinct volcanic features typical of the inland Santa Cruz province.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to avoid the harsh ocean glare. It offers a meditative look at the immense Patagonian 'void' and is better for spotting the geometric layouts of remote sheep-farming estancias (ranches) and ancient dry lake beds.
Book Hotels in Rio GallegosDistance: 662 km (411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: CRD (-45.7853, -67.4655)
Arrival: RGL (-51.6089, -69.3126)
Route Type: Domestic
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