Both sides score equally at 2.5 due to the short 1-hour flight over flat terrain with limited dramatic features. However, the left side edges ahead for takeoff scenery—the Río de la Plata estuary and Tigre Delta provide more concentrated visual interest during departure than the landing approach offers. This is a fundamentally short, low-drama route over subtropical plains and water bodies; neither side qualifies as scenic by international standards.
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Flight Path
Buenos Aires to Porto Alegre is 528 miles (849 km), a flight of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Paraná River delta region, Entre Ríos Province wetlands, transition from Buenos Aires Province pampas to Rio Grande do Sul subtropical terrain, scattered estancias and agricultural land, no significant mountain ranges or dramatic topography
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AEP
LEFTLeft side captures the Río de la Plata estuary during southeast departure from runway 13, offering water views and Buenos Aires urban sprawl. Right side departs over residential areas with minimal scenic value.
Landing at POA
RIGHTRight side benefits from typical eastbound approach to Porto Alegre, offering views of the Guanabara-like coastal geography and Lagoa dos Patos system. Left side approaches over inland terrain with less visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Salgado Filho (POA)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Buenos Aires to Porto Alegre. Both sides score equally at 2.5 due to the short 1-hour flight over flat terrain with limited dramatic features. However, the left side edges ahead for takeoff scenery—the Río de la Plata estuary and Tigre Delta provide more concentrated visual interest during departure than the landing approach offers. This is a fundamentally short, low-drama route over subtropical plains and water bodies; neither side qualifies as scenic by international standards.
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 captures the Río de la Plata estuary during southeast departure from runway 13, offering water views and Buenos Aires urban sprawl. Right side departs over residential areas with minimal scenic value. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata estuary, Buenos Aires waterfront districts, Tigre Delta islands in distance.
What can I see when landing at Salgado Filho in Porto Alegre?
When landing at Salgado Filho (POA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side benefits from typical eastbound approach to Porto Alegre, offering views of the Guanabara-like coastal geography and Lagoa dos Patos system. Left side approaches over inland terrain with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Lagoa dos Patos (large coastal lagoon), Porto Alegre urban area, Guaíba River delta, Atlantic coastal plains.
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to Porto Alegre?
The flight from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Salgado Filho (POA) takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 528 miles (849 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Buenos Aires to Porto Alegre flight path pass over?
Paraná River delta region, Entre Ríos Province wetlands, transition from Buenos Aires Province pampas to Rio Grande do Sul subtropical terrain, scattered estancias and agricultural land, no significant mountain ranges or dramatic topography