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LHR to EZE Turbulence Forecast

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

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LHR
→
EZE
London · Buenos Aires · 14h 00m
52
Turb Score
14h 00m
Duration
6,916 nm
Distance
39,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LHR–EZE

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About the LHR–EZE route

The London to Buenos Aires 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.

Turbulence levels on LHR–EZE

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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Best time to fly LHR–EZE

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LHR–EZE

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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Frequently asked questions

Is the London to Buenos Aires flight turbulent?
The LHR–EZE 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 LHR to EZE?
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 LHR to EZE?
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 LHR to EZE?
The LHR to EZE flight takes approximately 14h 00m, covering 7,955 miles (6,916 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LHR to EZE?
The main airlines operating this route are British Airways, Aerolíneas Argentinas, flying Boeing 777 · Boeing 787 aircraft.