The departure from Brisbane offers more visually distinctive geography (Moreton Bay, river delta, coastal features) than the landing approach into Buenos Aires, which crosses mostly flat pampas. Left seats maximize the Brisbane departure experience.
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Flight Path
Brisbane to Buenos Aires is 7,667 miles (12,339 km), a flight of about 14 hours.
The flight crosses the South Pacific Ocean for roughly 8,000 nautical miles. Notable waypoints include passing south of Fiji and Tonga (not visible—too far below cruise altitude), then crossing the International Date Line. The southern Pacific basin offers no visible landmarks from cruise altitude. As the aircraft approaches South America, it crosses the Andes Mountains' eastern foothills (visible as a distant ridge during descent into Argentina), then descends over the Paraná River basin before reaching the Río de la Plata estuary.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BNE
LEFTBrisbane typically departs runways 01L/01R (northbound) or 15L/15R (southbound). Left seats offer views of Moreton Bay's islands and the Brisbane River delta as the aircraft climbs northwest or southwest. Right seats face inland toward the Great Dividing Range, which is less visually distinctive during initial climb.
Landing at EZE
RIGHTEzeiza typically uses runways 09/27 (east-west). Right seats on approach from the north or northeast offer views of the Río de la Plata's western shore, the Paraná River delta's intricate waterways, and the approach path over the flat pampas. Left seats face inland toward featureless agricultural plains.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Brisbane International (BNE) to Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Brisbane to Buenos Aires. The departure from Brisbane offers more visually distinctive geography (Moreton Bay, river delta, coastal features) than the landing approach into Buenos Aires, which crosses mostly flat pampas. Left seats maximize the Brisbane departure experience.
What can I see during takeoff from Brisbane International in Brisbane?
During takeoff from Brisbane International (BNE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Brisbane typically departs runways 01L/01R (northbound) or 15L/15R (southbound). Left seats offer views of Moreton Bay's islands and the Brisbane River delta as the aircraft climbs northwest or southwest. Right seats face inland toward the Great Dividing Range, which is less visually distinctive during initial climb. Notable sights include: Moreton Bay (island archipelago), Brisbane River meanders, Stradbroke Island (sandy barrier island), Port of Brisbane container terminals.
What can I see when landing at Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini in Buenos Aires?
When landing at Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Ezeiza typically uses runways 09/27 (east-west). Right seats on approach from the north or northeast offer views of the Río de la Plata's western shore, the Paraná River delta's intricate waterways, and the approach path over the flat pampas. Left seats face inland toward featureless agricultural plains. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata (massive estuary), Paraná River delta (braided channels), Pampas grasslands, Ezeiza airfield itself.
How long is the flight from Brisbane to Buenos Aires?
The flight from Brisbane International (BNE) to Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE) takes about 14 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 7,667 miles (12,339 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Brisbane to Buenos Aires flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the South Pacific Ocean for roughly 8,000 nautical miles. Notable waypoints include passing south of Fiji and Tonga (not visible—too far below cruise altitude), then crossing the International Date Line. The southern Pacific basin offers no visible landmarks from cruise altitude. As the aircraft approaches South America, it crosses the Andes Mountains' eastern foothills (visible as a distant ridge during descent into Argentina), then descends over the Paraná River basin before reaching the Río de la Plata estuary.