Right seats capture the more dramatic geography: Florida's coastal transition and lake systems on departure, then the Atlantic crossing, and finally the approach over the Río de la Plata estuary. Left seats see mostly ocean during the long South Atlantic crossing.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 7-8 hours. Notable geographic features along the route include: the Bahamas and Caribbean islands during initial eastbound climb (visible only if departing northeast); the Mid-Atlantic Ridge (not visible from altitude); the Sargasso Sea region; and the approach to South America via the northeastern coast of Brazil or the direct transatlantic route. The Andes Mountains become visible during final descent approach to Buenos Aires, appearing as a distant mountain range on the western horizon. The Paraná River delta and its complex network of islands and waterways become visible during the final 30-40 minutes of descent as the aircraft approaches EZE from the northeast.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MCO
RIGHTMCO typically departs eastbound (Runways 09L/09R). Right-side seats face south toward the Atlantic coast and the sprawling lakes of central Florida. You'll see the transition from urban Orlando to wetlands and coastal geography immediately after climb-out.
Landing at EZE
LEFTEZE approaches from the northeast over the Río de la Plata estuary. Left-side seats face the wide brown waters of the estuary and the approach path over Buenos Aires' northern suburbs. You'll see the distinctive muddy color of the Río de la Plata and the urban sprawl of the Greater Buenos Aires area during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Orlando International (MCO) to Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Orlando to Buenos Aires. Right seats capture the more dramatic geography: Florida's coastal transition and lake systems on departure, then the Atlantic crossing, and finally the approach over the Río de la Plata estuary. Left seats see mostly ocean during the long South Atlantic crossing.
What can I see during takeoff from Orlando International in Orlando?
During takeoff from Orlando International (MCO), sit on the Right side for the best views. MCO typically departs eastbound (Runways 09L/09R). Right-side seats face south toward the Atlantic coast and the sprawling lakes of central Florida. You'll see the transition from urban Orlando to wetlands and coastal geography immediately after climb-out. Notable sights include: Lake Apopka (large freshwater lake west of downtown), downtown Orlando skyline, Atlantic coastline near Cocoa Beach (visible at altitude), Florida's lake-dotted interior landscape.
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. EZE approaches from the northeast over the Río de la Plata estuary. Left-side seats face the wide brown waters of the estuary and the approach path over Buenos Aires' northern suburbs. You'll see the distinctive muddy color of the Río de la Plata and the urban sprawl of the Greater Buenos Aires area during descent. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata estuary (wide, muddy-brown waterway), Buenos Aires northern suburbs and urban grid, Paraná River delta region (visible upstream), Pampas grasslands extending inland.
How long is the flight from Orlando to Buenos Aires?
The flight from Orlando International (MCO) to Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE) takes Approximately 9.5 to 10.5 hours.
What does the Orlando to Buenos Aires flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 7-8 hours. Notable geographic features along the route include: the Bahamas and Caribbean islands during initial eastbound climb (visible only if departing northeast); the Mid-Atlantic Ridge (not visible from altitude); the Sargasso Sea region; and the approach to South America via the northeastern coast of Brazil or the direct transatlantic route. The Andes Mountains become visible during final descent approach to Buenos Aires, appearing as a distant mountain range on the western horizon. The Paraná River delta and its complex network of islands and waterways become visible during the final 30-40 minutes of descent as the aircraft approaches EZE from the northeast.