Buenos Aires to Posadas is 516 miles (831 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
While takeoff offers good westward river views from the right, the landing approach from the north provides superior geography—the full sweep of Buenos Aires' eastern waterfront, Puerto Madero's distinctive modern architecture, and the Río de la Plata's width are all more visually compelling and geographically significant than the departure view.
Flight Path
The flight path heads northwest from Buenos Aires across the Paraná River delta region. Notable features include the Tigre Delta's intricate waterways and islands (visible around 20 minutes into flight), the transition from the Río de la Plata estuary to the Paraná River proper, and the gradual shift from urban Buenos Aires to agricultural and forested terrain of Entre Ríos Province. The Paraná River itself becomes the dominant geographical feature in the second half of the flight, appearing as a wide, meandering brown waterway bordered by low-lying floodplain forests. Posadas sits on the eastern bank of the Paraná in Misiones Province, with subtropical vegetation becoming visible as you approach.
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Takeoff from AEP
RIGHTAEP typically departs northbound (runways 09/27, with northbound departures using 09). Right-side seats face west across the Río de la Plata estuary and toward the western suburbs of Buenos Aires, offering views of the river's width and the city's urban sprawl. Left seats face the city center and eastern riverbank but with less dramatic geography.
Landing at PSS
LEFTApproaching AEP from the north typically uses runway 09 (landing southbound). Left-side seats face east across the Río de la Plata and the city's eastern districts, including Recoleta and San Telmo. Right seats face inland toward the western suburbs with less distinctive landmarks during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Posadas (PSS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Buenos Aires to Posadas. While takeoff offers good westward river views from the right, the landing approach from the north provides superior geography—the full sweep of Buenos Aires' eastern waterfront, Puerto Madero's distinctive modern architecture, and the Río de la Plata's width are all more visually compelling and geographically significant than the departure view.
What can I see during takeoff from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery in Buenos Aires?
During takeoff from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP), sit on the Right side for the best views. AEP typically departs northbound (runways 09/27, with northbound departures using 09). Right-side seats face west across the Río de la Plata estuary and toward the western suburbs of Buenos Aires, offering views of the river's width and the city's urban sprawl. Left seats face the city center and eastern riverbank but with less dramatic geography. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata (broad estuary stretching west), Buenos Aires western suburbs and industrial areas, Tigre Delta waterways to the northwest, Palermo and Belgrano districts to the east.
What can I see when landing at Posadas in Posadas?
When landing at Posadas (PSS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching AEP from the north typically uses runway 09 (landing southbound). Left-side seats face east across the Río de la Plata and the city's eastern districts, including Recoleta and San Telmo. Right seats face inland toward the western suburbs with less distinctive landmarks during descent. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata (eastern approach), Recoleta and San Telmo neighborhoods, Puerto Madero waterfront development, Palermo parks and urban grid.
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to Posadas?
The flight from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Posadas (PSS) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 516 miles (831 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Buenos Aires to Posadas flight path pass over?
The flight path heads northwest from Buenos Aires across the Paraná River delta region. Notable features include the Tigre Delta's intricate waterways and islands (visible around 20 minutes into flight), the transition from the Río de la Plata estuary to the Paraná River proper, and the gradual shift from urban Buenos Aires to agricultural and forested terrain of Entre Ríos Province. The Paraná River itself becomes the dominant geographical feature in the second half of the flight, appearing as a wide, meandering brown waterway bordered by low-lying floodplain forests. Posadas sits on the eastern bank of the Paraná in Misiones Province, with subtropical vegetation becoming visible as you approach.