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FOR → SLZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Pinto Martins International Airport (Fortaleza) to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (Sao Luis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the Brazilian northern coastline, featuring the world-unique Lençóis Maranhenses dunes and the intricate Parnaíba Delta.
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Port of Pecém
One of Brazil's most significant deep-water ports and industrial hubs visible shortly after takeoff.
Jericoacoara Coast
Aerial views of the famous white dunes and the distinctive coastline of this remote fishing village.
Parnaíba Delta
The massive river delta system featuring a maze of islands, mangroves, and lagoons.
Lençóis Maranhenses
The flight's crown jewel: a vast desert of white quartz sand dunes filled with turquoise lagoons.
São Luís Bay
A beautiful approach over the Baía de São Marcos, revealing the historical island city's layout.
The right side is non-negotiable for scenery. For the best experience, book an afternoon flight when the sun is in the west, illuminating the blue lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses. The dunes appear approximately 40 to 50 minutes after departure from Fortaleza. Use a window seat away from the wing to fully capture the Parnaíba Delta's intricate water channels.
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Ceará Sertão
The vast semi-arid landscape of the Brazilian interior with its unique caatinga vegetation.
Serra da Meruoca
Distant views of the granitic massifs that rise above the surrounding flat plains near Sobral.
Parnaíba River Basin
The inland perspective of the river that divides the states of Piauí and Maranhão.
Maranhense Transition Zone
The landscape changes from dry shrubland to the lush palm forests of the Cocais region.
This side is best for observing the shift in topography from the dry Ceará interior to the humid Maranhão transition zone. Early morning flights are preferable to avoid direct solar glare. Keep an eye out for the distinct mountain formations near Sobral halfway through the journey.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 647 km (402 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: FOR (-3.776279926300049, -38.53260040283203)
Arrival: SLZ (-2.585360050201416, -44.23410034179688)
Route Type: Domestic
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