The London approach on the left side is one of the most spectacular urban descents in the world, with the Thames and central London laid out clearly below. While the right side wins at departure for the Rio de la Plata views, the left side's London arrival is the more memorable and sustained visual experience of the two.
Flight Path
The route tracks northeast from Buenos Aires across the South Atlantic Ocean, passing well east of the Brazilian coast near Recife and Natal. It then crosses the equatorial Atlantic, passing west of the Cape Verde Islands. The flight continues northeast over the open Atlantic before making landfall near the Iberian Peninsula — often crossing the coast of Portugal or northwestern Spain — then tracking across the Bay of Biscay or northern France before descending into London. The vast majority of the flight is over open ocean with no landmarks visible.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from EZE
RIGHTEZE typically departs on runway 11/29 or 17/35. On the most common northbound or eastbound departures, the right side gives views over the Rio de la Plata estuary and the sprawling Buenos Aires metropolitan grid. The vast brown-grey expanse of the Plata is unmistakable and visually striking during climb-out.
Landing at LHR
LEFTHeathrow predominantly lands on westerly headings (runways 27L/27R) due to prevailing winds, meaning the approach comes in from the east over London. The left side tracks directly over central London — the Thames, Tower Bridge, the City, and the West End are all visible on the left during the descent. This is one of the most iconic urban approaches in aviation.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Buenos Aires to London. The London approach on the left side is one of the most spectacular urban descents in the world, with the Thames and central London laid out clearly below. While the right side wins at departure for the Rio de la Plata views, the left side's London arrival is the more memorable and sustained visual experience of the two.
What can I see during takeoff from Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini in Buenos Aires?
During takeoff from Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE), sit on the Right side for the best views. EZE typically departs on runway 11/29 or 17/35. On the most common northbound or eastbound departures, the right side gives views over the Rio de la Plata estuary and the sprawling Buenos Aires metropolitan grid. The vast brown-grey expanse of the Plata is unmistakable and visually striking during climb-out. Notable sights include: Rio de la Plata estuary, Buenos Aires city grid and downtown skyline, Dock Sud industrial port complex, Pampas flatlands stretching west.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Heathrow predominantly lands on westerly headings (runways 27L/27R) due to prevailing winds, meaning the approach comes in from the east over London. The left side tracks directly over central London — the Thames, Tower Bridge, the City, and the West End are all visible on the left during the descent. This is one of the most iconic urban approaches in aviation. Notable sights include: River Thames snaking through central London, City of London financial district, Wembley Stadium arch, Windsor Castle and Windsor Great Park.
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to London?
The flight from Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE) to Heathrow (LHR) takes Approximately 13 to 14 hours.
What does the Buenos Aires to London flight path pass over?
The route tracks northeast from Buenos Aires across the South Atlantic Ocean, passing well east of the Brazilian coast near Recife and Natal. It then crosses the equatorial Atlantic, passing west of the Cape Verde Islands. The flight continues northeast over the open Atlantic before making landfall near the Iberian Peninsula — often crossing the coast of Portugal or northwestern Spain — then tracking across the Bay of Biscay or northern France before descending into London. The vast majority of the flight is over open ocean with no landmarks visible.