About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Buttonville Muni (YKZ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Buenos Aires to Toronto. While the takeoff offers good Buenos Aires estuary views on the left, the landing approach over Lake Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area on the right is more dramatic and visually distinctive. The lake crossing and approach to Buttonville provide better sustained window views for most of the descent phase.
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. AEP typically departs northbound (Runway 09/27 or 13/31). Left seats face west initially, giving views of the Río de la Plata estuary and the western suburbs of Buenos Aires as you climb. Right seats see the city grid and inland terrain. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata (broad estuary to the west), Buenos Aires urban grid (southeast), Tigre Delta waterways (north), Palermo and Belgrano districts (visible as urban blocks).
What can I see when landing at Buttonville Muni in Toronto?
When landing at Buttonville Muni (YKZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Buttonville (YKZ) is north of Toronto, typically landing on Runway 15 (southbound approach) or Runway 33 (northbound). Right seats on descent see Lake Ontario, the Greater Toronto Area sprawl, and the approach path over the lake. Left seats face inland over suburban development. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario (southern approach), Greater Toronto Area urban sprawl, Scarborough Bluffs (eastern shore), Don River valley.
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to Toronto?
The flight from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) to Buttonville Muni (YKZ) takes Approximately 10 hours 15 minutes (5,200 nautical miles).
What does the Buenos Aires to Toronto flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean with no significant landmarks visible for roughly 7-8 hours. The midpoint occurs over the central Atlantic (around 20°W, 10°N). As you approach North America, the Appalachian Mountains become visible on the eastern horizon during descent into Canadian airspace. The Great Lakes region emerges with Lake Ontario and Lake Erie visible before the final approach to Toronto.