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CGH â POA
Which side of the plane to sit from Congonhas Airport (Sao Paulo) to Salgado Filho Airport (Porto Alegre)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panoramic view of the Brazilian coastline, featuring the Atlantic Ocean, the iconic island of Florianopolis, and the vast lagoon systems of Rio Grande do Sul.
Santos Coastline
Shortly after takeoff from CGH, view the massive Port of Santos and the sprawling urban beaches of the Baixada Santista.
Florianopolis
A major highlight mid-flight where you can see the entire 'Magic Island', its lagoons, and the bridges connecting it to the mainland.
Laguna Region
View the intricate series of coastal lakes and the famous Anita Garibaldi bridge as the flight heads further south.
Lagoa dos Patos
As you begin your descent, the massive expanse of one of the world's largest barrier-lagoon systems dominates the horizon.
Book a window seat on the left (A seats) for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Atlantic. This side is consistently better for spotting the transition from the rugged Santa Catarina coast to the flat plains of the south. Keep your camera ready about 35-40 minutes into the flight for the best view of Florianopolis.
Serra do Mar
Witness the dense, emerald-green Atlantic Forest covering the steep mountain ranges that separate the plateau from the coast.
Araucaria Plateaus
Look down at the high-altitude fields of Parana and Santa Catarina, dotted with the distinctive silhouettes of Araucaria trees.
Aparados da Serra
If the flight path is slightly inland, you may glimpse the dramatic vertical cliffs and canyons near the border of SC and RS.
Guaiba River Delta
During the final approach into Porto Alegre, enjoy the sunset colors over the water and the islands of the Guaiba delta.
The right side (F seats) is superior for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while enjoying the sunset over the inland pampas. During the landing pattern at Salgado Filho, this side often provides a great view of the Arena do Gremio stadium if approaching from the north.
Distance: 838 km (521 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: CGH (-23.626110076904297, -46.65638732910156)
Arrival: POA (-29.994400024414062, -51.1713981628418)
Route Type: Domestic
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