While the takeoff offers dramatic Andes views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more visually distinctive and recognizable features—the Río de la Plata, Puerto Madero's modern skyline, and the Tigre Delta create a more compelling aerial experience for most passengers.
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Flight Path
San Julian to Buenos Aires is 615 miles (989 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Pampas region with sparse settlements and agricultural land. The Salado River system becomes visible in the final approach phase. The landscape transitions from arid foothills to flat, cultivated plains with occasional estancia (ranch) buildings and irrigation channels. No major mountain ranges or dramatic terrain features interrupt the central portion of the route.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from UAQ
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Andes foothills and the Río Grande valley as the aircraft climbs eastward from San Juan. The terrain rises dramatically to the west, creating a striking contrast with the flatter eastern plains.
Landing at AEP
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views of the Río de la Plata estuary, the Buenos Aires waterfront, and the city grid as the aircraft descends toward Aeroparque. The river's muddy waters and the contrast between urban and water features are striking from this angle.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from San Juan (UAQ) to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from San Julian to Buenos Aires. While the takeoff offers dramatic Andes views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more visually distinctive and recognizable features—the Río de la Plata, Puerto Madero's modern skyline, and the Tigre Delta create a more compelling aerial experience for most passengers.
What can I see during takeoff from San Juan in San Julian?
During takeoff from San Juan (UAQ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Andes foothills and the Río Grande valley as the aircraft climbs eastward from San Juan. The terrain rises dramatically to the west, creating a striking contrast with the flatter eastern plains. Notable sights include: Andes foothills (western horizon), Río Grande valley (below and left), San Juan city sprawl (directly below during initial climb), Sierra de Pie de Palo (southwest, distant ridge).
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 of the Río de la Plata estuary, the Buenos Aires waterfront, and the city grid as the aircraft descends toward Aeroparque. The river's muddy waters and the contrast between urban and water features are striking from this angle. Notable sights include: Río de la Plata estuary (dominant feature, left and below), Buenos Aires city grid (center and right), Puerto Madero waterfront district (distinctive modern buildings), Tigre Delta (north, visible as a complex network of islands and waterways).
How long is the flight from San Julian to Buenos Aires?
The flight from San Juan (UAQ) to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 615 miles (989 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the San Julian to Buenos Aires flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Pampas region with sparse settlements and agricultural land. The Salado River system becomes visible in the final approach phase. The landscape transitions from arid foothills to flat, cultivated plains with occasional estancia (ranch) buildings and irrigation channels. No major mountain ranges or dramatic terrain features interrupt the central portion of the route.