When is the Buenos Aires to London route most turbulent?

Check the monthly chart for exact patterns. Transatlantic and mountain routes are typically roughest in winter (Dec–Mar). Tropical routes peak during monsoon season.

EZE to LHR Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Buenos Aires to London flight turbulent?

The EZE–LHR route typically experiences light turbulence. Moderate turbulence expected — fasten seatbelt when seated.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on EZE to LHR?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Boeing 777 · Boeing 787, that's rows 22–38. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from EZE to LHR?

The EZE to LHR flight takes approximately 14h 05m, covering 7,955 miles at 39,000 feet.

Is the Buenos Aires to London flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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Buenos Aires · London · 14h 05m

Turb Score

14h 05m

Duration

6,916 nm

Distance

39,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for EZE–LHR

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About the EZE–LHR route

The Buenos Aires to London route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 39,000 feet, the aircraft encounters the strongest bumps roughly 2–5 hours into the flight. This is clear-air turbulence — no clouds, no visual warning — which makes a pre-flight forecast especially valuable.

The route is served by British Airways, Aerolíneas Argentinas on Boeing 777 · Boeing 787 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 39,000 feet over a distance of 7,955 miles (6,916 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.

Buenos Aires to London Flight Time

How long is the flight from EZE to LHR?

14h 05m

Flight Time

7,955 mi

Distance

39,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Boeing 777

Aircraft

The Buenos Aires (EZE) to London (LHR) flight takes approximately 14h 05m, covering 7,955 miles (6,916 nautical miles) at 39,000 feet. The route is operated by British Airways, Aerolíneas Argentinas. Return flights (LHR to EZE) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.

Turbulence levels on EZE–LHR

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Turbulence by month

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Best seat on EZE–LHR

Boeing 777

Front

Rows 1–21

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 22–38

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 39+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

Kids barely noticed the turbulence — just some mild bumps over the mountains. Seatbelt sign was on and off a couple times. Nothing dramatic.

Parent traveling with kids · April

Some light chop over South America — seatbelt sign came on for maybe 20 minutes but nothing to worry about. Typical for this route in March.

Regular traveler · March

Flew Buenos Aires–London in January, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.

Business traveler · January

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Buenos Aires to London flight turbulent?

The EZE–LHR route typically experiences light turbulence. Moderate turbulence expected — fasten seatbelt when seated. The turbulence score for this route is 52/100.

When is turbulence worst on EZE to LHR?

Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on EZE to LHR?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 777 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 22–38. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from EZE to LHR?

The EZE to LHR flight takes approximately 14h 05m, covering 7,955 miles (6,916 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly EZE to LHR?

The main airlines operating this route are British Airways, Aerolíneas Argentinas, flying Boeing 777 · Boeing 787 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

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