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CNF → GIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Tancredo Neves International Airport (Belo Horizonte) to Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (Rio De Janeiro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the urban sprawl of Rio de Janeiro, providing distant views of the Christ the Redeemer statue and the lush Tijuca Forest during the final approach.
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Belo Horizonte Skyline
A sweeping view of the Minas Gerais capital and the surrounding Serra do Curral mountains after takeoff.
Paraíba do Sul River
The winding river that serves as a natural border between the states of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.
Christ the Redeemer
On clear days, the world-famous statue atop Corcovado mountain is visible on the horizon during the descent.
Tijuca National Park
The massive urban rainforest that covers the central mountainous spine of the city of Rio.
Maracanã Stadium
The legendary football temple can often be spotted as the plane maneuvers for landing at Galeão.
The right side is ideal for capturing the scale of Rio's urban geography. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Christ statue and the city's coastline during the base leg of the approach.
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Serra do Cipó
Rugged rocky outcrops and waterfalls visible shortly after departing from the Belo Horizonte area.
Petrópolis
The historic Imperial City nestled within the lush greenery of the Serra do Mar mountains.
Dedo de Deus
The iconic 'Finger of God' peak, a jagged rock formation that is the symbol of Brazilian mountaineering.
Rio-Niterói Bridge
The massive bridge spanning Guanabara Bay comes into view just before the wheels touch down.
Sit on the left if you want to see the dramatic peaks of the Serra dos Órgãos. Flights departing in the early morning provide the best lighting for the eastern mountain ranges, avoiding the glare of the sun.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 362 km (225 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: CNF (-19.62444305419922, -43.97194290161133)
Arrival: GIG (-22.8099994659, -43.2505569458)
Route Type: Domestic
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