The approach offers a stunning vista of the Rio de la Plata shoreline and the urban layout of Montevideo, including the port and the Pocitos beach area.
The left side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in both the Southern and Western Hemispheres, shortly after departure from Santiago.
The right side provides a breathtaking sequence of the Pacific coastline, the high-altitude volcanoes of the Atacama, the crystalline Salar de Uyuni, and the most scenic approach into Montevideo across the Rio de la Plata.
The left side offers a superior view of both national capitals. Shortly after takeoff from EZE, you get a sweeping panorama of the Buenos Aires skyline and its docks. As you cross the RΓo de la Plata, you'll spot the historic town of Colonia del Sacramento before a scenic approach over the Montevideo coastline and the iconic Cerro de Montevideo.
The right side provides a dramatic view of the Andean mountain range in the distance and is the optimal side for the approach into Montevideo, offering views of the vast Rio de la Plata.
The left side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring the massive Lagoa dos Patos, the rugged Atlantic coastline, and a spectacular aerial view of Punta del Este during the descent into Montevideo.
The left side provides a consistent and breathtaking view of the South Atlantic coastline, the island of FlorianΓ³polis, and the massive lagoon systems of Southern Brazil, ending with a coastal view of Montevideo.
The right side offers a superior view of the diverse South American landscape, featuring the dramatic Serra do Mar mountains, the massive lagoon systems of Southern Brazil, and the rolling plains of Uruguay.
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally preferred for this long-haul route, offering a spectacular approach into Montevideo over the Rio de la Plata, with views of the vast river estuary and the city's historic skyline.
The Right Side offers superior views of the Iberian Peninsula upon departure, a potential glimpse of the Canary Islands, and the most dramatic approach into Montevideo featuring the vast Rio de la Plata estuary and the city skyline.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Atlantic coastline, the island city of FlorianΓ³polis, and the vast Lagoa dos Patos as the flight heads south.
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the northern Buenos Aires suburbs and the Tigre Delta upon departure, followed by a stunning panoramic approach over the Montevideo bay and the city skyline.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic confluence of South America's major river systems and the immense scale of the Rio de la Plata estuary.