Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Buenos Aires. While the takeoff offers interesting Thames and North Sea views, the landing into Buenos Aires provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—the massive Río de la Plata estuary and the city's striking waterfront geography make the approach more rewarding for window-seat viewing.

During takeoff from City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Thames estuary and North Sea coastline as the aircraft climbs out westbound from City Airport. You'll see the river's distinctive meanders and the industrial landscape of East London receding beneath you. Notable sights include: River Thames estuary, North Sea coastline, Canary Wharf and Isle of Dogs skyline, Essex marshlands.

When landing at Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views during descent into Aeroparque. You'll see the Río de la Plata's wide brown waters, the city's grid layout, and the distinctive coastline where Buenos Aires meets the river. The approach typically crosses over the river from the northeast. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata estuary, Buenos Aires city grid and waterfront, Palermo and Recoleta districts, La Boca neighborhood with its colorful architecture.

The flight from City (LCY) to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) takes Approximately 13-14 hours.

Over the Atlantic Ocean, the flight crosses the Mid-Atlantic Ridge region (not visible at altitude). Notable waypoints include passing over or near the Azores archipelago (depending on exact routing), the western coast of Africa (Morocco/Western Sahara region), and the equatorial Atlantic. The Andes Mountains become visible on approach to South America, with the high peaks of northern Argentina appearing on the left side during descent. The flight path generally follows a great-circle route southwestward across the Atlantic.