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FTE → EZE
Which side of the plane to sit from El Calafate Airport (El Calafate) to Ministro Pistarini International Airport (Buenos Aires)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a breathtaking farewell to the Southern Andes and Lago Argentino upon departure, followed by the best views of the Buenos Aires skyline and the Rio de la Plata during the descent.
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Southern Andes
Dramatic views of the snow-capped mountain range and distant glaciers during the initial climb.
Lago Argentino
The vibrant, milky-turquoise waters of Argentina's largest freshwater lake near the airport.
Patagonian Steppe
Vast stretches of arid, windswept plains that characterize the Santa Cruz province.
Buenos Aires Skyline
The dense urban grid and high-rises of the capital visible during the approach to EZE.
Rio de la Plata
The world's widest estuary, showing a distinct transition from muddy river water to the deep ocean.
Book a window seat on the left (usually 'A') for morning flights to get the best light on the Andes without glare. During the descent into Ezeiza, keep your camera ready as the plane often banks over the delta, providing a stunning view of the city center and the river's coastline.
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Glimpses of the rugged cliffs and blue waters of the South Atlantic near Comodoro Rivadavia.
The Pampas
The transformation of the landscape into the lush, green fertile grasslands of central Argentina.
Salinas
Large, shimmering white salt flats scattered throughout the southern desert regions.
Ezeiza Approach
Views of the suburban sprawl and the forested areas surrounding the international airport.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct western sun. It offers better views of the coastline if the flight path takes a more easterly track over the Gulf of San Jorge. Watch for the change from brown desert to deep green agricultural circles as you enter the Buenos Aires province.
Book Hotels in Buenos AiresDistance: 2,038 km (1,266 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min
Departure: FTE (-50.2803, -72.053101)
Arrival: EZE (-34.8222, -58.5358)
Route Type: Domestic
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