While takeoff favors the right, the landing approach dominates this route with superior views of the Río de la Plata estuary and Buenos Aires waterfront. Left-side seats capture the most dramatic geography on the approach into EZE.
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Flight Path
Indianapolis to Buenos Aires is 5,446 miles (8,764 km), a flight of about 9 hours 15 minutes.
Flight path crosses the southeastern United States (Tennessee, Georgia, Carolinas visible during first 2 hours), then Atlantic Ocean for 5+ hours. Approaching South America, the Amazon Basin and Brazilian highlands appear as green terrain around 6-7 hours into flight. The flight descends over Paraguay and northern Argentina, crossing the Paraná River valley before reaching the Río de la Plata estuary and Buenos Aires approach.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from IND
RIGHTIND typically departs runways 05L/05R or 23L/23R. Eastbound departures (05L/05R) favor right-side views of downtown Indianapolis and the White River valley. Westbound departures show less interesting terrain. Right seats capture the city grid and surrounding farmland as you climb southeast.
Landing at EZE
LEFTApproach to EZE typically uses runways 09 or 27 depending on wind. Westbound approaches (runway 09) descending from the north provide left-side views of the Río de la Plata estuary, the Buenos Aires waterfront, and the city's distinctive layout. Left seats show the wide brown estuary and coastal approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Indianapolis International (IND) to Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Indianapolis to Buenos Aires. While takeoff favors the right, the landing approach dominates this route with superior views of the Río de la Plata estuary and Buenos Aires waterfront. Left-side seats capture the most dramatic geography on the approach into EZE.
What can I see during takeoff from Indianapolis International in Indianapolis?
During takeoff from Indianapolis International (IND), sit on the Right side for the best views. IND typically departs runways 05L/05R or 23L/23R. Eastbound departures (05L/05R) favor right-side views of downtown Indianapolis and the White River valley. Westbound departures show less interesting terrain. Right seats capture the city grid and surrounding farmland as you climb southeast. Notable sights include: Downtown Indianapolis skyline, White River corridor, Indianapolis Motor Speedway (visible as oval track structure 5 miles northwest), suburban sprawl transitioning to agricultural grid.
What can I see when landing at Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini in Buenos Aires?
When landing at Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approach to EZE typically uses runways 09 or 27 depending on wind. Westbound approaches (runway 09) descending from the north provide left-side views of the Río de la Plata estuary, the Buenos Aires waterfront, and the city's distinctive layout. Left seats show the wide brown estuary and coastal approach. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata estuary (wide brown water body), Buenos Aires waterfront and port facilities, Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (smaller airport on the peninsula), suburban sprawl of greater Buenos Aires.
How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Buenos Aires?
The flight from Indianapolis International (IND) to Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE) takes about 9 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,446 miles (8,764 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Indianapolis to Buenos Aires flight path pass over?
Flight path crosses the southeastern United States (Tennessee, Georgia, Carolinas visible during first 2 hours), then Atlantic Ocean for 5+ hours. Approaching South America, the Amazon Basin and Brazilian highlands appear as green terrain around 6-7 hours into flight. The flight descends over Paraguay and northern Argentina, crossing the Paraná River valley before reaching the Río de la Plata estuary and Buenos Aires approach.