About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Ushuaia Malvinas Argentinas (USH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia. While takeoff favors the right for estuary views, the landing approach to Ushuaia's dramatic mountain scenery is the highlight of this route. Left seats capture the Beagle Channel and Martial Range peaks during descent, which are far more visually distinctive than the flat pampas departure. The landing view outweighs the takeoff advantage.
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 (Runway 09/27 operations favor northbound climbs). Right-side seats face west toward the Río de la Plata estuary and the city's western sprawl, offering immediate contrast between urban Buenos Aires and open water. Left seats face inland toward the flat pampas with minimal visual interest during climb. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata (immediately visible as wide brown estuary), Buenos Aires urban grid (dense blocks receding westward), Tigre Delta waterways (visible as branching channels north of the airport), Palermo and Recoleta districts (recognizable street patterns in middle distance).
What can I see when landing at Ushuaia Malvinas Argentinas in Ushuaia?
When landing at Ushuaia Malvinas Argentinas (USH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Ushuaia approaches typically use Runway 02 (northbound final) or Runway 20 (southbound final). On a northbound approach (Runway 02), left-side seats face east toward the Beagle Channel and the dramatic Martial Range peaks. These snow-capped mountains provide the most striking visual during descent. Southbound approaches (Runway 20) are less common but would favor right seats; northbound is standard. Notable sights include: Beagle Channel (deep blue-green waterway separating Tierra del Fuego from Navarino Island), Martial Range (jagged snow-capped peaks rising directly above the airport), Ushuaia city (small cluster of buildings on the northern shore), Navarino Island (low forested terrain across the channel to the south).
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia?
The flight from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Ushuaia Malvinas Argentinas (USH) takes Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Buenos Aires to Ushuaia flight path pass over?
The flight path tracks south-southwest over the flat Patagonian steppe. Around the midpoint (near 50°S), the landscape transitions from grassland to sparse shrubland. The Andes foothills become visible on the western horizon after 2 hours. The Strait of Magellan (Primera Angostura) may be visible to the west around 52°S if flying at higher altitude and with clear conditions. As the aircraft descends toward Ushuaia, the Beagle Channel and Tierra del Fuego's forested terrain become prominent. No major cities or landmarks interrupt the 1,200 km route over remote southern Patagonia.