While takeoff offers good Buenos Aires estuary views on the left, the landing approach into City Airport on the right provides more dramatic and distinctive scenery—the Thames' meanders and London's urban landscape are visually superior to the relatively flat departure views. Right side captures the flight's most memorable geography.
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Flight Path
Buenos Aires to London is 6,918 miles (11,134 km), a flight of about 13 hours 15 minutes.
South Atlantic Ocean crossing with no visible landmarks for approximately 8 hours; the flight passes south of the Falkland Islands (not typically visible); approaches European airspace over the Bay of Biscay and English Channel; coastal features of southwestern England and the Cornish peninsula become visible during the final descent phase over the UK.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from AEP
LEFTLeft side offers views of the Río de la Plata estuary and the Buenos Aires waterfront as the aircraft climbs northeastward from Aeroparque. The river's wide expanse and the city's coastal geography are most prominent on the left wing during initial climb.
Landing at LCY
RIGHTRight side provides excellent views of the Thames estuary, London's eastern approach, and the city's landmarks during descent into City Airport. The river's distinctive meanders and the urban sprawl are best seen from the right wing on the standard eastbound approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to City (LCY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Buenos Aires to London. While takeoff offers good Buenos Aires estuary views on the left, the landing approach into City Airport on the right provides more dramatic and distinctive scenery—the Thames' meanders and London's urban landscape are visually superior to the relatively flat departure views. Right side captures the flight's most memorable geography.
What can I see during takeoff from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery in Buenos Aires?
During takeoff from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Río de la Plata estuary and the Buenos Aires waterfront as the aircraft climbs northeastward from Aeroparque. The river's wide expanse and the city's coastal geography are most prominent on the left wing during initial climb. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata estuary, Buenos Aires city grid and port facilities, Tigre Delta to the north, Atlantic coastline.
What can I see when landing at City in London?
When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views of the Thames estuary, London's eastern approach, and the city's landmarks during descent into City Airport. The river's distinctive meanders and the urban sprawl are best seen from the right wing on the standard eastbound approach. Notable sights include: Thames estuary and river meanders, London city center and financial district, North Sea coast, Essex marshlands.
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to London?
The flight from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to City (LCY) takes about 13 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 6,918 miles (11,134 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Buenos Aires to London flight path pass over?
South Atlantic Ocean crossing with no visible landmarks for approximately 8 hours; the flight passes south of the Falkland Islands (not typically visible); approaches European airspace over the Bay of Biscay and English Channel; coastal features of southwestern England and the Cornish peninsula become visible during the final descent phase over the UK.