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FEN → REC
Which side of the plane to sit from Fernando de Noronha Airport (Fernando Do Noronha) to Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (Recife)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic departure views of the Fernando de Noronha archipelago, including Morro do Pico, followed by a spectacular approach into Recife alongside the high-rise coastline of Boa Viagem.
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Morro do Pico
The island's most famous landmark, a 323-meter volcanic phonolite rock, visible immediately after departure.
Baía do Sancho
A bird's-eye view of what is frequently voted the world's most beautiful beach, with its emerald waters and crescent sand.
Boa Viagem Skyline
The dramatic 'wall' of skyscrapers lining the coast of Recife, providing one of Brazil's most iconic urban aerial views.
Natural Reef Barriers
The extensive coral reefs running parallel to the shore that give the city its name (Recife means 'Reef' in Portuguese).
Pina Beach
The final stretch of coastline before the aircraft banks inland for touchdown at Gilberto Freyre International.
This is the premier side for this route. Sit on the right to see the main island beaches upon takeoff. During the approach to REC, the plane often flies parallel to the coast; a window seat here provides a 'drone-like' view of the skyscrapers and the blue sea. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography of the Recife skyline.
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Secondary Islands
Aerial views of Ilha Rata, Ilha do Meio, and the smaller volcanic outcrops of the archipelago shortly after takeoff.
Atlantic Abyss
The striking color change as the shallow turquoise waters of the island shelf drop into the deep indigo of the Atlantic.
Historic Olinda
On approach to Recife, the green hills and white colonial church towers of UNESCO-listed Olinda are visible.
Port of Recife
A clear view of the 'Marco Zero' area and the historic port where the Capibaribe River meets the ocean.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. It provides an excellent perspective of the northern reef systems of Pernambuco during the final descent. Try to sit behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of Olinda.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 550 km (342 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: FEN (-3.85493, -32.423302)
Arrival: REC (-8.126489639282228, -34.923599243164055)
Route Type: Domestic
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