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BCN → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) offers an unparalleled view of the Barcelona skyline and Montserrat mountains during takeoff, followed by the diverse landscapes of the Iberian Peninsula and a more dramatic descent over the Serra do Mar mountains in Brazil.
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Barcelona Cityscape
Unrivaled views of the Eixample grid and the Sagrada Familia during the initial climb.
Montserrat Massif
The unique, jagged peaks of the Montserrat mountain range are often visible to the northwest of BCN.
Spanish Meseta
Aerial views of the high plateau of central Spain and the winding Tejo River.
Equatorial Clouds
Massive, towering cumulonimbus clouds common in the Intertropical Convergence Zone.
Serra do Mar
The lush, Atlantic forest-covered mountains that surround the Sao Paulo plateau during final descent.
The Right Side is essential for the iconic 'Barcelona view' upon departure. On the approach to GRU, stay alert for the dramatic transition from the coastal plains to the high plateau of Sao Paulo. For night flights, this side offers a more interesting view of the dense city lights of the Iberian Peninsula and later the Brazilian interior.
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Mediterranean Blue
Vibrant turquoise waters visible immediately after takeoff from BCN.
Maghreb Coast
Potential distant views of the Moroccan coastline and the Atlantic edge of the Sahara.
Equatorial Sunrise
Spectacular sunrise views over the open Atlantic as the flight heads south towards the equator.
Brazilian Seaboard
Views of the pristine beaches and coastal inlets of the Brazilian northeast during the long descent.
Paulista Urbanity
The massive urban sprawl of Greater Sao Paulo comes into view during the final approach phase.
Choose the left side for the best sunrise views over the ocean, which typically occurs mid-flight or during the initial approach to Brazil. This side is also better for spotting the African coastline if the flight path follows a more easterly airway over the Atlantic.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 8,765 km (5,446 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 19 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: International
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