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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the Serra do Mar mountain range and a superior vantage point for the iconic urban sprawl of São Paulo during the final approach into Congonhas.

Left Side Highlights
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Discovery Coast

Views of the dense Atlantic Forest reserves near Porto Seguro, marking the site of Brazil's first European contact.

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Serra do Mar Mountains

Dramatic views of the coastal mountain range with lush green peaks and steep escarpments running parallel to the flight path.

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Paraíba Valley

The industrial and agricultural heartland between Rio and São Paulo, featuring rolling hills and the Paraíba do Sul river.

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São Paulo Skyline

A breathtaking view of the endless sea of skyscrapers and the Cantareira mountains as the plane descends into the heart of the city.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the Atlantic. This side is particularly rewarding during the descent into CGH, as you will likely pass over the northern and central zones of São Paulo, offering a sense of the city's immense scale.

Right Side Highlights
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Porto Seguro Reefs

Immediately after takeoff, witness the stunning turquoise waters and coral formations characteristic of southern Bahia.

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Atlantic Horizon

Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean, occasionally spotting large vessels heading toward the port of Vitória.

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Espírito Santo Coastline

Scenic views of long sandy stretches and coastal lagoons as the aircraft tracks south toward the state of Rio de Janeiro.

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Costa Verde Archipelago

If the flight path is slightly offshore, you may catch glimpses of Ilha Grande and the rugged, island-dotted coastline of Angra dos Reis.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light reflecting off the ocean. Keep an eye out early in the flight for the Abrolhos Bank area, though it is often some distance from the standard commercial corridor. During landing at CGH, this side usually faces the southern residential suburbs.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,124 km (698 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min

Departure: BPS (-16.438601000000002, -39.080898)

Arrival: CGH (-23.626110076904297, -46.65638732910156)

Route Type: Domestic

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