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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the massive Serra da Mesa reservoir and the iconic 'Airplane' layout of Brasília's Plano Piloto during the final approach.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Serra da Mesa Reservoir

One of Brazil's largest artificial lakes, featuring intricate shorelines and deep blue water against the Cerrado soil.

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Chapada dos Veadeiros

Distant views of the high-altitude plateaus and ancient geological formations of the northern Goiás highlands.

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Brasília Plano Piloto

The world-famous urban design by Lúcio Costa and Oscar Niemeyer, visible in its distinct airplane shape.

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Lake Paranoá

The expansive man-made lake that borders the capital, providing a stark blue contrast to the red earth.

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Tocantins River Basin

Lush gallery forests and winding river paths that mark the transition between different savanna types.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see the architectural heart of Brazil. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, offering perfect lighting for photography of the Serra da Mesa reservoir. During descent, look for the Esplanada dos Ministérios and the Cathedral.

Right Side Highlights
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Cerrado Mosaic

A patchwork of native savanna vegetation and expansive agricultural fields characteristic of central Brazil.

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Araguaia Valley

Distant horizons looking toward the Araguaia River, though the river itself is far to the west.

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Brasília National Park

A massive green lung known as 'Água Mineral' located just northwest of the Federal District.

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Belém-Brasília Highway

The historic BR-153 artery that carved the path for development through the Brazilian interior.

The right side is the prime choice for late afternoon flights to witness the spectacular sunset over the Central Plateau. It offers a great perspective of the Brasília National Park during the final minutes of the flight. Watch for the change in soil color from yellow to deep red as you move south.

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Route Information

Distance: 961 km (597 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: AUX (-7.227869999999999, -48.240501)

Arrival: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)

Route Type: Domestic

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