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BSB → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this route as it provides the iconic view of Brasilia's 'airplane' layout upon departure and offers a spectacular perspective of the vast São Paulo skyline and urban sprawl during the descent.
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Brasilia's Plano Piloto
The world-famous 'airplane' urban design, including the Esplanade of Ministries and the National Congress.
Greater São Paulo
An endless sea of skyscrapers and urban density, showcasing the sheer scale of South America's largest city.
Furnas Reservoir
Glimpses of the massive 'Sea of Minas' hydroelectric dam system located along the flight path.
Rodovia Fernão Dias
The major highway snaking through the mountainous terrain connecting the two metropolitan regions.
Allianz Parque & Pacaembu
On a clear day during the approach, major landmarks of the city center are often visible in the distance.
The right side is the 'photographer's side' for the departure from BSB; sit in front of the wing for an unobstructed view of Oscar Niemeyer's architecture. During sunset flights, this side experiences a beautiful golden hour over the São Paulo skyline. Be aware that most flights into GRU approach from the north, making the right side the prime spot to see the city's main central business districts.
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Paranoá Lake
A clear view of the massive man-made lake that borders the eastern side of the Federal District.
Cerrado Farmland
Vast agricultural mosaics of the Brazilian central plateau, showing the scale of the region's agribusiness.
Serra da Mantiqueira
The dramatic rising peaks of the mountain range that separates the interior from the coast as you enter São Paulo state.
Cantareira State Park
One of the largest urban forests in the world, appearing as a dense green belt just before landing at GRU.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It is particularly scenic during the final 15 minutes of the flight when passing over the lush green ridges of the Serra da Mantiqueira. If the aircraft approaches GRU from the east, you will have a better view of the airport's cargo terminals and the surrounding Atlantic Forest reserves.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 855 km (531 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: Domestic
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