Loading map...
RGA → RGL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hermes Quijada International Airport (Rio Grande) to Piloto Civil N. Fernández Airport (Rio Gallegos)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the island of Tierra del Fuego across the Strait of Magellan to the continental mainland, featuring iconic landmarks like Cabo Virgenes.
Search flights from RGA to RGL
Rio Grande Estuary
Aerial views of the city of Rio Grande and the mouth of the river as you depart northwards.
San Sebastian Bay
Vast, striking tidal flats and the narrow neck of the Tierra del Fuego peninsula.
Strait of Magellan
The historic and treacherous waterway that separates the island from the South American continent.
Cabo Virgenes
The rugged headland marking the eastern entrance to the Strait and the southernmost point of mainland Argentina.
Patagonian Steppe
Expansive, windswept plains characterized by unique glacial formations as you approach Rio Gallegos.
Sit on the left for the best views of the San Sebastian Bay tidal flats. In winter, the low sun creates long shadows over the steppe, highlighting the unique glacial topography. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Strait of Magellan; the transition happens quickly on this short hop of less than 45 minutes.
Get eSIMs for Argentina
Get eSIMs for Argentina
Atlantic Coastline
High coastal cliffs and the crashing waves of the South Atlantic Ocean.
Punta Páramo
A unique, long natural sand spit extending into the sea, visible shortly after takeoff.
Deep Sea Routes
Opportunities to spot large cargo vessels and tankers waiting to enter the Strait's eastern mouth.
Atlantic Horizon
Unobstructed views of the horizon, particularly spectacular during early morning departures.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. Watch for the distinct shape of Punta Páramo, a long spit of land stretching into the water. This side offers a sense of the immense scale and isolation of the South Atlantic Ocean.
Book Hotels in Rio GallegosDistance: 263 km (163 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: RGA (-53.7777, -67.7494)
Arrival: RGL (-51.6089, -69.3126)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.