EZE to SCL Turbulence Forecast
Is the Buenos Aires to Santiago flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Buenos Aires · Santiago · 2h 10m
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Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for EZE–SCL
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About the EZE–SCL route
The Buenos Aires to Santiago route crosses the Rocky Mountains — one of the most turbulent regions in North America. Mountain wave turbulence occurs when strong winds blow over mountain peaks, creating powerful invisible waves that extend to cruise altitude. The worst turbulence typically occurs in the first 30–60 minutes when the aircraft is climbing over the range.
The route is served by Aerolíneas Argentinas, LATAM Airlines on Airbus A320 · Airbus A319 aircraft,
with flights typically cruising at 33,000 feet over a distance of 863 miles (750 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Mountain wave turbulence hits early. If flying over Rockies, expect the first hour to be bumpy.
Buenos Aires to Santiago Flight Time
How long is the flight from EZE to SCL?
33,000 ft
Cruising Altitude
The Buenos Aires (EZE) to Santiago (SCL) flight takes approximately 2h 10m,
covering 863 miles (750 nautical miles) at 33,000 feet.
The route is operated by Aerolíneas Argentinas, LATAM Airlines.
Actual flight time may vary by 10–20 minutes depending on wind conditions and routing.
Turbulence levels on EZE–SCL
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
Best seat on EZE–SCL
Airbus A320
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Rows 12–20
Smoothest
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.
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Passenger Reports
Fly Buenos Aires–Santiago a few times a year. April is the worst month for this route — over the mountains it was severe turbulence, no question. Seatbelt sign on from about an hour in until descent. Experienced crews handle it well.
Frequent flyer · April
Laptop stayed closed the whole flight — over the Front Range the plane was bouncing around badly, things flying off trays. Probably 90 minutes of rough air. Not the route I'd pick for a first flight.
Business traveler · September
I had no idea this route was known for turbulence. Things got terrifying over the Front Range — massive drops, the whole plane groaning. Nobody was hurt but I've never seen flight attendants look that focused. Would have been nice to know in advance.
First-time passenger · February
Frequently asked questions
Is the Buenos Aires to Santiago flight turbulent?
The EZE–SCL route typically experiences heavy turbulence. Heavy turbulence likely — stay seated with seatbelt fastened. The turbulence score for this route is 80/100.
When is turbulence worst on EZE to SCL?
Mountain wave turbulence hits early. If flying over Rockies, expect the first hour to be bumpy. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on EZE to SCL?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 12–20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from EZE to SCL?
The EZE to SCL flight takes approximately 2h 10m, covering 863 miles (750 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly EZE to SCL?
The main airlines operating this route are Aerolíneas Argentinas, LATAM Airlines, flying Airbus A320 · Airbus A319 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
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data
