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Best window seat at El Tehuelche

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offLEFT

Golfo Nuevo, Puerto Madryn waterfront, Atlantic coastline

LandingLEFT

Golfo Nuevo, Atlantic coastline, Península Valdés

🛫 Taking Off from Puerto Madryn (PMY)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 23 departs toward the southwest, placing the left side toward the Atlantic coast and Golfo Nuevo. You'll see the coastline, the bay's distinctive geography, and the town of Puerto Madryn spreading along the shore as you climb out.
Look forGolfo Nuevo (bay), Puerto Madryn waterfront, Atlantic coastline, Punta Loma peninsula

🛬 Landing at Puerto Madryn (PMY)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on runway 23 (southwest heading) means the aircraft descends with the Atlantic coast and Golfo Nuevo to your left. The left side offers views of the coastline, the gulf's distinctive turquoise waters, and the Península Valdés landmass across the water—all prominent geographic features during final approach.
Look forGolfo Nuevo (gulf waters), Atlantic coastline, Península Valdés (visible across the gulf to the south), Punta Loma headland

El Tehuelche is a small single-runway regional airport with a compact terminal, handling limited daily flights mostly connecting to Buenos Aires.

⛰️ Elevation427 ft
🛫 Runways1 (5/23)
📍 NearbyREL 32 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at El Tehuelche (PMY)?

At El Tehuelche in Puerto Madryn: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Golfo Nuevo (bay), Puerto Madryn waterfront, Atlantic coastline, Punta Loma peninsula.

What can I see during takeoff from El Tehuelche in Puerto Madryn?

When taking off from El Tehuelche (PMY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 23 departs toward the southwest, placing the left side toward the Atlantic coast and Golfo Nuevo. You'll see the coastline, the bay's distinctive geography, and the town of Puerto Madryn spreading along the shore as you climb out. Notable sights include: Golfo Nuevo (bay), Puerto Madryn waterfront, Atlantic coastline, Punta Loma peninsula.

What can I see when landing at El Tehuelche in Puerto Madryn?

When landing at El Tehuelche (PMY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 23 (southwest heading) means the aircraft descends with the Atlantic coast and Golfo Nuevo to your left. The left side offers views of the coastline, the gulf's distinctive turquoise waters, and the Península Valdés landmass across the water—all prominent geographic features during final approach. Notable sights include: Golfo Nuevo (gulf waters), Atlantic coastline, Península Valdés (visible across the gulf to the south), Punta Loma headland.

What factors affect the best window seat at El Tehuelche?

The best window seat at El Tehuelche (PMY) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Puerto Madryn (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.