While takeoff offers interesting estuary views on the left, the landing approach on the right provides more dramatic and recognizable scenery—the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers, Philadelphia's skyline, and the industrial corridor are visually compelling and geographically significant. Right-side seats deliver the stronger overall experience for this route.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5,000 nautical miles. Notable geographic features along the route include: the Appalachian Mountains visible during descent into Philadelphia (appearing as ridgelines and valleys in Pennsylvania and New Jersey); the eastern seaboard of the United States with the Atlantic coastline; and the Mid-Atlantic states' river systems. Over the open ocean, there are no visible landmarks, but the flight passes generally northeast over the Atlantic, with the curvature of the Earth becoming subtly apparent at cruise altitude. The most dramatic scenery occurs during the final 45 minutes of descent as the aircraft approaches the northeastern United States coastline and the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from EZE
LEFTLeft-side seats offer views of the Río de la Plata estuary and the Buenos Aires metropolitan area as the aircraft climbs northeastward. You'll see the wide, muddy waters of the estuary and the urban sprawl of greater Buenos Aires receding below.
Landing at PHL
RIGHTRight-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Philadelphia. You'll see the Delaware River, the Schuylkill River, and central Philadelphia's skyline as the aircraft descends from the southwest. The urban landscape and river systems are particularly striking during final approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE) to Philadelphia International (PHL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Buenos Aires to Philadelphia. While takeoff offers interesting estuary views on the left, the landing approach on the right provides more dramatic and recognizable scenery—the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers, Philadelphia's skyline, and the industrial corridor are visually compelling and geographically significant. Right-side seats deliver the stronger overall experience for this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini in Buenos Aires?
During takeoff from Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Río de la Plata estuary and the Buenos Aires metropolitan area as the aircraft climbs northeastward. You'll see the wide, muddy waters of the estuary and the urban sprawl of greater Buenos Aires receding below. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata estuary, Buenos Aires city grid, Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (domestic airport visible on the estuary's west bank), Tigre Delta waterways to the north.
What can I see when landing at Philadelphia International in Philadelphia?
When landing at Philadelphia International (PHL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Philadelphia. You'll see the Delaware River, the Schuylkill River, and central Philadelphia's skyline as the aircraft descends from the southwest. The urban landscape and river systems are particularly striking during final approach. Notable sights include: Delaware River, Schuylkill River, Philadelphia city center and skyline, New Jersey industrial areas and refineries along the Delaware.
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to Philadelphia?
The flight from Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE) to Philadelphia International (PHL) takes Approximately 9.5 to 10.5 hours.
What does the Buenos Aires to Philadelphia flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5,000 nautical miles. Notable geographic features along the route include: the Appalachian Mountains visible during descent into Philadelphia (appearing as ridgelines and valleys in Pennsylvania and New Jersey); the eastern seaboard of the United States with the Atlantic coastline; and the Mid-Atlantic states' river systems. Over the open ocean, there are no visible landmarks, but the flight passes generally northeast over the Atlantic, with the curvature of the Earth becoming subtly apparent at cruise altitude. The most dramatic scenery occurs during the final 45 minutes of descent as the aircraft approaches the northeastern United States coastline and the Philadelphia metropolitan area.