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BSB → AJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia) to Santa Maria Airport (Aracaju)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of Brasília's iconic layout upon departure and a stunning perspective of the Rio Sergipe and the Aracaju city center during the descent.
Brasília Pilot Plan
A perfect view of the city's airplane-shaped urban design if the flight departs towards the west and turns north.
Lago Paranoá
Aerial view of the massive artificial lake and the architectural marvel of the JK Bridge.
Cerrado Highlands
The vast, rugged plateau of central Brazil with its unique savanna vegetation.
Rio São Francisco
A major highlight as you cross the historic and wide 'Old Chico' river bordering Bahia and Sergipe.
Rio Sergipe Estuary
Detailed views of the river meeting the sea and the urban sprawl of Aracaju during landing.
Choose the left side for the iconic 'airplane' view of Brasília shortly after takeoff. On landing, this side usually faces the city and the river. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography without sun glare.
Serra Geral de Goiás
The dramatic escarpments where the central plateau drops off toward the interior lowlands.
Bahian Sertão
The mesmerizing textures and colors of the semi-arid landscape characteristic of the Northeast interior.
Renewable Energy Parks
Glimpse large wind and solar farms that dot the landscape of western Bahia.
Sergipe Coastline
Stretches of pristine beaches south of Aracaju as the plane aligns with the runway.
Atlantic Horizon
The deep blue of the South Atlantic Ocean as the plane makes its final turn over the coast.
The right side is excellent for observing the geological transition into the Sertão. If the aircraft approaches from the ocean, you will get a great view of the southern beaches. Afternoon flights are better on this side to avoid direct sunlight.
Distance: 1,293 km (803 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Arrival: AJU (-10.984000206, -37.0703010559)
Route Type: Domestic
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