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EZE → GIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Ministro Pistarini International Airport (Buenos Aires) to Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (Rio De Janeiro)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the major metropolitan hubs of Buenos Aires and Montevideo, followed by the lush Serra do Mar mountains and the world-famous skyline of Rio de Janeiro during the descent.
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Buenos Aires Skyline
Aerial view of the sprawling 'Paris of the South' and the iconic Obelisco immediately after takeoff from EZE.
Montevideo Waterfront
Clear sightlines of the Uruguayan capital's Rambla and the historic Ciudad Vieja across the Rio de la Plata.
Florianópolis Island
Dramatic views of the Hercílio Luz Bridge and the numerous white-sand beaches of Santa Catarina Island.
Serra do Mar
The steep, emerald-green coastal mountain ranges of southern Brazil meeting the Atlantic forest.
Christ the Redeemer
On typical southern approaches to GIG, Corcovado Mountain and the statue are visible against the city backdrop.
Sit on the left for the most consistent land views. For the best photography of Rio's landmarks, a morning flight avoids harsh shadows on the mountains. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to keep the vast Rio de la Plata estuary in clear view during the first 30 minutes.
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Rio de la Plata Transition
The fascinating visual boundary where the silty brown river water merges into the deep blue Atlantic Ocean.
Atlantic Shipping Lanes
Vast ocean horizons with views of massive cargo ships and tankers approaching the major ports of Santos and Rio.
Ilha Grande
A rugged, forested island paradise visible as the aircraft begins its initial descent into the Rio de Janeiro state coast.
Rio-Niterói Bridge
A view of the 13km bridge spanning Guanabara Bay during the final turn toward the GIG runways.
The right side is ideal for passengers who prefer the morning sun to be behind the aircraft (reducing glare). It offers a more serene ocean-centric view but misses the major city centers. During landing at GIG, keep an eye out for the Niterói Contemporary Art Museum's 'flying saucer' shape.
Book Hotels in Rio De JaneiroDistance: 1,996 km (1,240 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: EZE (-34.8222, -58.5358)
Arrival: GIG (-22.8099994659, -43.2505569458)
Route Type: International
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