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RGL → AEP
Which side of the plane to sit from Piloto Civil N. Fernández Airport (Rio Gallegos) to Jorge Newbery Airpark (Buenos Aires)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panorama of the rugged Patagonian coastline, the iconic Península Valdés, and the transition from the arid steppe to the lush Pampa before landing over the Buenos Aires skyline.
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Río Gallegos Estuary
The dramatic meeting of the Gallegos River and the Atlantic Ocean immediately after takeoff.
Golfo San Jorge
Vast coastal views of the semicircular gulf and the city of Comodoro Rivadavia.
Península Valdés
The distinctive mushroom-shaped landmass, a UNESCO site famous for its whales and marine life.
Sierra de la Ventana
The ancient mountain range rising abruptly from the surrounding flat plains of Buenos Aires province.
Buenos Aires Skyline
Panoramic views of the capital's skyscrapers and urban layout during the descent into AEP.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun on the opposite side of the plane, reducing glare. This side is superior for landmarks, especially the Península Valdés. For the best urban view, look out as the plane banks over the Rio de la Plata for its final approach into Jorge Newbery.
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Atlantic Horizon
Infinite views of the South Atlantic Ocean, particularly striking during sunrise flights.
Patagonian Cliffs
The stark white coastal cliffs seen where the land meets the deep blue sea.
Rio de la Plata
The massive, silt-heavy estuary that separates Argentina from Uruguay, visible on final approach.
Choose the right side if you are on an early morning flight and want to see the sun rise over the ocean. While mostly water-focused, you may see the distant Uruguayan coastline just before landing if the visibility is high and the flight path allows.
Book Hotels in Buenos AiresDistance: 2,087 km (1,297 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 47 min
Departure: RGL (-51.6089, -69.3126)
Arrival: AEP (-34.5592, -58.4156)
Route Type: Domestic
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