While the landing favors the left, the takeoff scenery from Phoenix is more visually distinctive—the desert mountains and urban-to-wilderness transition are more dramatic than the estuary approach. Right-side seats capture the more memorable portion of the journey.
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Flight Path
Phoenix to Buenos Aires is 5,840 miles (9,399 km), a flight of about 10 hours.
The flight path crosses the southern United States and Caribbean. Notable features include the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains in northern Mexico (visible during the southern leg of climb-out), the Gulf of Mexico coastline, the Yucatan Peninsula, and the Caribbean Sea. The aircraft will pass over or near Cuba, then cross the Atlantic toward South America. The Andes Mountains are not visible on this route as the flight approaches Buenos Aires from the east over the Atlantic and Río de la Plata.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from PHX
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Salt River Valley and the surrounding desert terrain as the aircraft climbs eastward out of Phoenix Sky Harbor. You'll see the urban sprawl of Phoenix and Scottsdale against the Sonoran Desert backdrop.
Landing at AEP
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during approach to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery. You'll see the Río de la Plata estuary, the city of Buenos Aires, and the distinctive urban layout as the aircraft descends from the west.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Phoenix to Buenos Aires. While the landing favors the left, the takeoff scenery from Phoenix is more visually distinctive—the desert mountains and urban-to-wilderness transition are more dramatic than the estuary approach. Right-side seats capture the more memorable portion of the journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Phoenix Sky Harbor International in Phoenix?
During takeoff from Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Salt River Valley and the surrounding desert terrain as the aircraft climbs eastward out of Phoenix Sky Harbor. You'll see the urban sprawl of Phoenix and Scottsdale against the Sonoran Desert backdrop. Notable sights include: Salt River Valley, Camelback Mountain (to the northeast), McDowell Mountains, Sonoran Desert scrubland.
What can I see when landing at Aeroparque Jorge Newbery in Buenos Aires?
When landing at Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during approach to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery. You'll see the Río de la Plata estuary, the city of Buenos Aires, and the distinctive urban layout as the aircraft descends from the west. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata estuary, Buenos Aires urban grid, Paraná River delta (to the north), La Boca neighborhood waterfront.
How long is the flight from Phoenix to Buenos Aires?
The flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) takes about 10 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 5,840 miles (9,399 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Phoenix to Buenos Aires flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the southern United States and Caribbean. Notable features include the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains in northern Mexico (visible during the southern leg of climb-out), the Gulf of Mexico coastline, the Yucatan Peninsula, and the Caribbean Sea. The aircraft will pass over or near Cuba, then cross the Atlantic toward South America. The Andes Mountains are not visible on this route as the flight approaches Buenos Aires from the east over the Atlantic and Río de la Plata.