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CWB → POA
Which side of the plane to sit from Afonso Pena Airport (Curitiba) to Salgado Filho Airport (Porto Alegre)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a consistent view of the spectacular coastline of Santa Catarina and the vast lagoon systems near Porto Alegre.
Balneário Camboriú
Famous for its massive skyscrapers and curved shoreline along the Atlantic.
Florianópolis Island
Depending on the path, the aircraft often flies just west of the island, offering views of the bridges and beaches.
Lagoa dos Patos
One of the largest lagoon systems in South America, stretching towards the southern horizon.
Laguna and Imbituba
Beautiful coastal formations and lighthouse areas visible during the mid-flight segment.
Book the left side for early morning departures to enjoy the sunrise over the ocean. This side offers the best perspective of the coastal lagoons during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
Serra do Mar
Dense Atlantic Forest covering the steep mountain ranges just south of Curitiba.
Aparados da Serra
The dramatic vertical cliffs of the Itaimbezinho and Fortaleza canyons on the SC/RS border.
Southern Highlands
Rolling plateaus and Araucaria forests typical of the interior regions of Santa Catarina.
Guaíba River
The wide delta and river system that defines the Porto Alegre landscape during the landing.
The right side is perfect for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. Look for the canyons about 40 minutes into the flight; they are most dramatic in clear weather without cloud cover in the highlands.
Distance: 534 km (332 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: CWB (-25.5284996033, -49.175800323500006)
Arrival: POA (-29.994400024414062, -51.1713981628418)
Route Type: Domestic
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