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FOR → JPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Pinto Martins International Airport (Fortaleza) to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (Joao Pessoa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the breathtaking 'Rota das Emoções' coastline, featuring a sequence of turquoise waters, towering white dunes, and iconic red cliffs stretching from Ceará to Paraíba.
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Fortaleza Shoreline
Aerial views of the Beira Mar urban beaches and the Mucuripe port area immediately after takeoff.
Canoa Quebrada
The famous red cliffs (falésias) and wind farms of Aracati visible as you head southeast.
Ponta do Mel
A rare geographic phenomenon where the desert dunes meet the ocean in the state of Rio Grande do Norte.
Natal Panorama
A spectacular view of the Newton Navarro Bridge, the Potengi River, and the iconic Morro do Careca dune.
Pipa & Tibau do Sul
Clear views of the dolphin-shaped bays and the ecological sanctuary cliffs before entering Paraíba airspace.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Atlantic. This side is essential for coastline photography; try to get a seat in front of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion of the vibrant blue ocean colors.
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The Sertão
The vast, rugged beauty of the semi-arid Caatinga landscape with its unique grey-green vegetation.
Mossoró Salt Flats
Large, bright white geometric patterns of the salt evaporation ponds near the border of Ceará and RN.
Chapada do Apodi
Interesting plateau formations and limestone cliffs that define the interior topography of the region.
Regional Açudes
Various man-made reservoirs that appear like blue mirrors amidst the dry interior landscape.
The right side is best for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Brazilian outback. It provides a fascinating look at the agricultural patterns and salt production infrastructure that drive the regional economy.
Book Hotels in Joao PessoaDistance: 546 km (339 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: FOR (-3.776279926300049, -38.53260040283203)
Arrival: JPA (-7.145833015440002, -34.9486122131)
Route Type: Domestic
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