Photo: Hohum · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
A remote archipelago in the South Atlantic, 480 km east of Patagonia. The windswept treeless islands and surrounding deep blue waters are visible on flights between South America and the sub-Antarctic.
4Flight Routes
17 kmClosest Pass
🐧 IslandType
Routes that pass it4
Tip: Visibility depends on cloud cover, time of day, and how close the flight path comes. Sit on the listed side for the best chance of a view. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you see Falkland Islands from a plane?
Yes — 4 flight routes pass within 60 km of Falkland Islands. The closest routes include Mount Pleasant to Punta Arenas, Punta Arenas to Mount Pleasant, Mount Pleasant to Santiago. Sit on the Right side, with the landmark passing about 17 km away.
Which side of the plane is best for viewing Falkland Islands?
The best side varies by route. For the most common routes near Falkland Islands: on a Mount Pleasant to Punta Arenas flight, sit on the Right side; on a Punta Arenas to Mount Pleasant flight, sit on the Left side; on a Mount Pleasant to Santiago flight, sit on the Left side.