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BSB → THE
Which side of the plane to sit from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia) to Senador Petrônio Portela Airport (Teresina)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an iconic view of the Plano Piloto's North Wing upon departure from Brasilia and a superior perspective of the Parnaiba River and the city layout when landing in Teresina.
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Brasilia North Wing
A stunning aerial view of the planned city's unique airplane-shaped layout and the Eixo Monumental.
Lake Paranoa
Clear views of the expansive artificial lake that surrounds the eastern part of the Federal District.
Chapada dos Veadeiros
Depending on the specific corridor, you can spot the rugged, ancient plateaus of this National Park to the north.
Cerrado Highlands
Vast stretches of the Brazilian Savanna characterized by twisted trees and red soil plateaus.
Parnaiba River
A beautiful view of the river that forms the natural border between the states of Piaui and Maranhao.
For the best visibility of the Plano Piloto, choose a window seat on the left. Afternoon flights are ideal on this side to avoid the harsh morning sun glare. During descent into Teresina, watch for the distinct 'Poty' and 'Parnaiba' river confluence.
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JK Bridge
Spot the architectural marvel of the Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge spanning across Lake Paranoa.
BSB Airport
A great perspective of the airport terminals and the southern residential wings of the capital.
Caatinga Transition
Observe the changing landscape from lush Cerrado to the more arid, silvery-grey vegetation of the Caatinga.
Agribusiness Hubs
Patterns of large-scale agriculture in the western regions of Bahia and southern Piaui.
Timon and Teresina
Views of the neighboring city of Timon across the river just before touchdown.
The right side is excellent for morning flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft for a portion of the journey. Keep an eye out for the vast canyon-like structures of the Serra da Capivara region in the distance to the east.
Book Hotels in TeresinaDistance: 1,324 km (823 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Arrival: THE (-5.0599398613, -42.8235015869)
Route Type: Domestic
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