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CGH → IOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Congonhas Airport (Sao Paulo) to Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (Ilheus)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides a stunning panoramic view of the Brazilian coastline, shifting from the dense Atlantic Forest of the Serra do Mar to the turquoise waters and coral reefs of the Bahian Discovery Coast.
Serra do Mar Rainforest
Glimpse the lush, cloud-shrouded mountains of the Atlantic Forest as the plane leaves the São Paulo plateau toward the coast.
Vitória & Vila Velha
Follow the coastline to see the urban beaches and the iconic Third Bridge connecting the coastal cities of Espírito Santo.
Abrolhos Marine Area
On clear days, look for the lighter shades of blue in the ocean indicating the shallow coral reefs and marine banks near Caravelas.
Costa do Descobrimento
Breathtaking views of the red cliffs and white sand beaches of Trancoso, Arraial d'Ajuda, and Porto Seguro.
Ilhéus Bay Arrival
A spectacular low-altitude view of the Millionaires Beach and the Pontal area as the plane aligns with the runway at IOS.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Sit here to see the transition of water colors as you enter Bahian territory. For the best photography of the reefs and the Ilhéus shoreline, aim for a flight between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is high and water clarity is most visible from above.
São Paulo Urban Jungle
Immediately after takeoff, witness the immense scale of the city, including the skyscrapers of the Paulista and Pinheiros districts.
Serra da Mantiqueira
View the rugged, high-altitude peaks and deep green valleys that form the boundary between São Paulo and Minas Gerais.
Rio Doce Basin
Observe the winding rivers and agricultural patterns of the interior of Minas Gerais and the northern Espírito Santo border.
Interior Bahia Hills
As the flight descends, the landscape turns into the rolling hills and cocoa plantations typical of the southern Bahia countryside.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun reflecting off the ocean. It is also the best side for seeing the vast urban density of São Paulo if the wind dictates a northern departure from CGH. Keep an eye out for the Pico da Bandeira in the distance on exceptionally clear days.
Distance: 1,264 km (785 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: CGH (-23.626110076904297, -46.65638732910156)
Arrival: IOS (-14.815999984741, -39.03319931030301)
Route Type: Domestic
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