Loading map...

CWB destination photo
BSB destination photo

CWBBSB

Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides superior views of the vast river systems of São Paulo state and typically offers the most iconic view of Lake Paranoá upon arrival in Brasília.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
⛰️

Serra do Mar

Views of the lush coastal mountain ranges visible to the east shortly after departure.

🌊

Paranapanema River

Spot the vast Jurumirim reservoir and the winding path of one of the region's most important river systems.

🚣

Tietê River Basin

Observation of the massive hydroelectric dams and large reservoirs as the flight crosses São Paulo state.

💧

Lake Paranoá

Spectacular views of the man-made lake that borders Brasília's central area during the final descent.

✈️

BSB Approach

Excellent view of the architectural 'Airplane' layout of the city and the JK Bridge if landing on runways 11L or 11R.

Morning travelers should bring sunglasses as the sun will be on this side. To maximize views of the Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge and the Eixo Monumental, try to secure a seat behind the wing. This side is consistently better for the final 10 minutes of the flight.

Left Side Highlights
7.4
🏙️

Curitiba Skyline

Aerial view of the organized urban layout and green parks of Curitiba shortly after takeoff from CWB.

🌾

Paraná Highlands

Rolling hills and extensive agricultural landscapes characteristic of the northern Paraná plateau.

🚜

Triângulo Mineiro

Fly over the productive farming regions and medium-sized urban centers of western Minas Gerais.

🏛️

Brasília West

Distant views of the administrative heart of the capital during specific western approach patterns.

This side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and catch the sunset over the Cerrado. It provides a great perspective of the transition from the lush Atlantic Forest biome to the central plateau. Watch for the city of Uberlândia approximately 60 percent through the flight.

Top Activities in Brasilia
Route Information

Distance: 1,082 km (672 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min

Departure: CWB (-25.5284996033, -49.175800323500006)

Arrival: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)

Route Type: Domestic

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.