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DOH → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Doha skyline immediately after takeoff and provides a superior perspective of the Nile River and the Brazilian highlands during the final descent.
Doha Skyline
Uninterrupted views of the West Bay skyscrapers and The Pearl-Qatar as the aircraft climbs away from Hamad International.
Sudanese Desert
Dramatic patterns of the golden Sahara and the winding path of the Nile River near Khartoum.
Sahel Savannah
The visual transition from arid desert to the semi-arid grasslands of Central and West Africa.
Atlantic Horizon
Clear views of the South Atlantic, often catching the sun lower on the horizon during the long westward trek.
Serra da Mantiqueira
The rugged, lush mountain ranges of the Brazilian interior as the plane navigates toward the state of Sao Paulo.
On the typical morning departure from Doha, the left side avoids the harshest direct southern sunlight over Africa. This side is also preferred for the approach into GRU, as it often provides a sweeping view of the massive Sao Paulo urban sprawl if the landing is from the east.
Persian Gulf
Aerial views of the shallow emerald waters and artificial islands along the Qatari coastline.
Red Sea Coast
Stunning contrasts between the deep blue sea and the jagged mountain ridges of the Saudi Arabian coast.
Lake Chad
A rare glimpse of this massive, shallow lake located at the edge of the Sahara Desert.
Gulf of Guinea
The lush green tropical forests and coastal inlets of West Africa before heading out over the ocean.
South Atlantic Sunset
Perfect positioning for a spectacular sunset over the water as the flight nears the South American continent.
The right side is ideal for passengers who enjoy ocean views and want to catch the sunset during the Transatlantic crossing. Be sure to close window shades over Africa to manage cabin heat, as the sun will be positioned to the north/right for a significant portion of the midday flight path.
Distance: 11,858 km (7,368 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 hrs 57 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: International
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