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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a dramatic and constant view of the Atlantic coastline, featuring high cliffs, secluded gulfs, and famous wildlife spots like Punta Tombo.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Atlantic Coastline

Continuous views of the rugged Patagonian cliffs meeting the deep blue South Atlantic Ocean.

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Rawson and Playa Unión

Shortly after takeoff from Trelew, view the provincial capital and the mouth of the Chubut River.

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Punta Tombo Area

The flight path passes near one of the largest Magellanic penguin colonies in the world.

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Bahía Camarones

A scenic bay and small town known for its crystal-clear waters and seafood heritage.

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Golfo San Jorge

The massive semicircular gulf that characterizes the approach into Comodoro Rivadavia.

Sit on the left for the best morning light reflecting off the ocean. During the descent into CRD, look for the contrast between the turquoise shoreline and the arid land. In spring, keep an eye out for whale activity near the coast.

Right Side Highlights
5.4
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Patagonian Steppe

The vast, windswept 'meseta' landscape characterized by low shrubs and arid plateaus.

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National Route 3

The iconic highway that connects Buenos Aires to Ushuaia is often visible snaking through the desert.

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Pampa del Castillo

High plateaus that rise significantly as the flight approaches the destination airport.

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Endorheic Basins

Occasional views of dry salt lakes or 'salinas' that appear as bright white patches in the brown terrain.

The right side is best for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the ocean. It provides a sense of the immense scale and isolation of the Patagonian interior. Watch for the shadows elongating across the canyons during sunset.

Top Activities in Comodoro Rivadavia
Route Information

Distance: 335 km (208 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 34 min

Departure: REL (-43.2105, -65.2703)

Arrival: CRD (-45.7853, -67.4655)

Route Type: Domestic

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