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BSB → PNZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia) to Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (Petrolina)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic landmarks, including a bird's-eye view of Lake Paranoá during takeoff from Brasília and the vast Sobradinho Reservoir upon arrival in the São Francisco Valley.
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Lago Paranoá
A stunning view of Brasília's man-made lake and the JK Bridge shortly after departure from BSB.
Serra Geral de Goiás
The dramatic escarpments where the central plateau drops off toward the São Francisco basin.
Rio São Francisco
The legendary 'Old Chico' river becomes visible as the flight tracks northeast toward Petrolina.
Sobradinho Reservoir
One of the world's largest artificial lakes; its blue waters provide a massive contrast to the surrounding dry landscape.
Irrigated Orchards
Lush green fruit plantations (grapes and mangoes) that flourish in the desert-like environment near Petrolina.
Request a window seat on the right for the approach into PNZ; the view of the Sobradinho Dam and the green irrigated valleys is spectacular. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Brasília city views and the river landscape.
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Brasília Suburbs
Aerial view of the Federal District's satellite cities and the expansion of the capital into the plateau.
Agribusiness Belt
Large-scale agricultural fields in Western Bahia, showcasing the scale of Brazilian soy and grain production.
Caatinga Biome
The unique, shimmering silver-grey vegetation of the semi-arid Northeast region as you enter Pernambuco.
Sertão Horizon
Expansive views of the rugged, flat-topped mesas that define the interior landscape of the Brazilian Sertão.
The left side is preferable for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun on the right side. It offers a broader view of the vast, sparsely populated interior of Bahia, though it lacks the specific water landmarks of the opposite side.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 1,077 km (669 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Arrival: PNZ (-9.362409591674805, -40.56909942626953)
Route Type: Domestic
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