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CGB → BSB
Which side of the plane to sit from Marechal Rondon Airport (Cuiaba) to Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views of the flight, specifically during the approach into Brasilia. Passengers can often see the world-famous 'Airplane' urban layout of the city, the Esplanade of Ministries, and the expansive Paranoa Lake.
Cuiaba River
The winding river snaking through the Pantanal transition zone near the start of the journey.
The Pilot Plan
The distinct airplane-shaped layout of Brasilia designed by Lucio Costa is most prominent on this side.
Esplanada dos Ministerios
Oscar Niemeyer's architectural masterpieces, including the Cathedral and National Congress.
Lake Paranoa
The massive man-made lake that surrounds the city, often reflecting the deep blue sky or sunset.
Asa Sul
View of the southern residential wing with its characteristic superblocks and lush greenery.
The descent into BSB is the highlight; keep your camera ready for the 'airplane' city shape. Late afternoon flights on this side offer spectacular sunset views over the Cerrado landscape, though glare can be an issue.
Chapada dos Guimaraes
Dramatic red sandstone cliffs and plateau edges visible shortly after departure from Cuiaba.
Agricultural Heartland
Expansive geometric patterns of soy and corn plantations across the Mato Grosso and Goias states.
Mane Garrincha Stadium
The massive circular structure of the national stadium is often visible during the northern approach pattern.
Corumba Reservoir
A vast blue water body nestled in the hilly terrain of the state of Goias.
Asa Norte
The northern wing of Brasilia's residential and commercial sectors showing the rigid urban planning.
Sit toward the front to avoid wing obstruction for the best view of the Chapada cliffs. For morning flights, this side will be shaded, providing better lighting for photography of the landscape.
Distance: 877 km (545 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: CGB (-15.6528997421, -56.1166992188)
Arrival: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Route Type: Domestic
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