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FTE → USH
Which side of the plane to sit from El Calafate Airport (El Calafate) to Malvinas Argentinas Airport (Ushuaia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Southern Patagonian Ice Field and the sharp peaks of the Andes Mountains throughout the journey south.
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Southern Patagonian Ice Field
Incredible views of the third-largest continental ice mass outside the poles.
Andean Cordillera
The rugged, snow-capped spine of South America dominates the window view for most of the flight.
Cordillera Darwin
The spectacular glaciated mountain range of Tierra del Fuego visible during the descent into Ushuaia.
Glacial Fjords
Deep blue waters cutting into the mountains where glaciers meet the western reaches of the Beagle Channel.
This is the essential side for landscape photographers. Book a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the glaciers. Turbulence is common when crossing the mountains near Ushuaia, so keep your camera ready for quick shots of the Darwin Range before the final approach turn.
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Lake Argentino
Stunning views of the milky-blue glacial waters immediately after takeoff from El Calafate.
Patagonian Steppe
The vast, windswept plains of eastern Argentina stretching toward the Atlantic horizon.
Ushuaia Harbor
A clear perspective of the world's southernmost city and its bustling port during final descent.
Beagle Channel
The eastern expanse of the historic waterway as the aircraft aligns with the runway.
The left side is ideal for seeing the layout of Ushuaia city upon landing. Morning flights are preferred for this side as the sun illuminates the mountains behind the city. It is generally quieter visually until the final ten minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for ArgentinaDistance: 567 km (352 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 57 min
Departure: FTE (-50.2803, -72.053101)
Arrival: USH (-54.8433, -68.2958)
Route Type: Domestic
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