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FOR → SSA
Which side of the plane to sit from Pinto Martins International Airport (Fortaleza) to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (Salvador)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the Brazilian coastline, featuring turquoise coral reefs, white sand dunes, and the dense urban skylines of major coastal capitals like Recife and Maceió.
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Ceará's Eastern Coast
Stunning views of the dunes and red cliffs near Canoa Quebrada shortly after departure from Fortaleza.
Recife Skyline
A clear view of the high-rise buildings along Boa Viagem beach as the flight passes over Pernambuco.
Costa dos Corais
The vibrant turquoise waters and extensive barrier reefs visible between the borders of Alagoas and Pernambuco.
Maceió Lagoons
The meeting of the Mundaú and Manguaba lagoons with the Atlantic Ocean near the Alagoas capital.
Salvador North Coast
On approach to SSA, view the luxury resorts and coconut groves of Praia do Forte and Guarajuba.
For the most vibrant water colors, book a flight between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is overhead. During the morning, the sun rises over the ocean, which may cause glare but provides beautiful reflections on the water. Sit ahead of or behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coral reefs in Alagoas.
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Sertão Landscapes
The vast, semi-arid interior of the Brazilian Northeast, showing the unique Caatinga vegetation patterns.
Wind Farm Clusters
Massive arrays of wind turbines across the plains of Ceará and Rio Grande do Norte.
Serra da Borborema
The undulating plateaus and mountain ranges that separate the coast from the interior.
São Francisco Basin
Distant views of the intricate irrigation systems and tributaries feeding from the great São Francisco River.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Brazilian interior without the harsh glare of the ocean. It is also the better side for observing the large-scale wind energy infrastructure that characterizes the region's modern landscape.
Book Hotels in SalvadorDistance: 1,016 km (631 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: FOR (-3.776279926300049, -38.53260040283203)
Arrival: SSA (-12.9086112976, -38.3224983215)
Route Type: Domestic
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