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BSB → FOR
Which side of the plane to sit from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia) to Pinto Martins International Airport (Fortaleza)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer views of the expansive Brazilian interior, the Right Side is superior for the spectacular arrival into Fortaleza, providing panoramic views of the coastline and the city's dense seaside skyline.
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Paranoá Lake
Excellent views of the massive man-made lake surrounding the eastern part of the Federal District.
Transnordestina Basin
Views of the massive infrastructure and river basins that define the agricultural landscape of the interior.
Ceará Coastline
As the plane turns for the final approach, the turquoise Atlantic Ocean creates a stunning contrast with the land.
Fortaleza Skyline
A perfect view of the high-rise buildings lining Meireles and Iracema beaches during the descent into FOR.
The right side is essential for the best approach experience. During the last 15 minutes of the flight, the plane usually maneuvers to provide a sweeping view of the Fortaleza coastline. Afternoon flights are particularly beautiful as the sun illuminates the city towers from the west.
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Brasilia Pilot Plan
The unique airplane-shaped layout of the Brazilian capital is often visible on the left during northern departures.
Chapada dos Veadeiros
Distant views of the ancient high plateaus and quartz rock formations of the northern Goiás region.
Caatinga Biome
Observe the transition into the semi-arid Sertão, characterized by silver-grey 'white forest' vegetation.
Serra da Ibiapaba
A dramatic cuesta marking the border between Piauí and Ceará, featuring lush green slopes against dry plains.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the intense tropical sun glare. Look out early for the Eixo Monumental and the National Congress building. During the flight, watch for the changing colors of the earth from the red clay of the Cerrado to the lighter tones of the Sertão.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 1,692 km (1,051 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Arrival: FOR (-3.776279926300049, -38.53260040283203)
Route Type: Domestic
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