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GIG → BEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (Rio De Janeiro) to Val de Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport (Belem)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft provides the most iconic views of Rio de Janeiro's landmarks during departure and offers front-row seats to spectacular Amazonian sunsets on evening flights.
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Rio de Janeiro Landmarks
Aerial perspective of Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer, and the Tijuca Forest shortly after takeoff.
The Central Cerrado
The transition from the coastal mountains to the vast, golden plains of the Brazilian savanna.
Tocantins River Basin
Glittering views of the massive river systems that feed into the southern Amazon region.
Tucuruí Reservoir
On clear days, the western horizon reveals the massive scale of the Tucuruí hydroelectric dam.
Deep Amazon Canopy
Uninterrupted views of the dense, emerald-green carpet of the rainforest as you head north.
For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to witness the sun setting over the Amazon rainforest. During departure from GIG, keep your camera ready immediately after wheels-up to catch the city's peaks. If the flight path follows the typical NW track, you will also see the shifting colors of the Tocantins river system.
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Guanabara Bay
Panoramic views of the Niterói bridge and the rugged coastline of the Rio de Janeiro state.
Serra dos Órgãos
Dramatic granite peaks including the famous 'Dedo de Deus' (God's Finger) visible to the northeast.
Belém Skyline
A prime view of the dense high-rises of Belém contrasted against the surrounding jungle on approach.
Marajó Island
Distances views of the world's largest fluvial island where the Amazon meets the Atlantic.
Guajará Bay
Busy waterway views with cargo ships and riverboats navigating the ports of Belém.
The right side is superior for the final approach into Belém, offering the clearest view of the city's urban density. It is also the side for better morning lighting, as you will be facing away from the direct sun. Look for the Serra dos Órgãos mountain range about 15 minutes after takeoff.
Book Hotels in BelemDistance: 2,449 km (1,522 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 16 min
Departure: GIG (-22.8099994659, -43.2505569458)
Arrival: BEL (-1.3792500495900002, -48.476299285900005)
Route Type: Domestic
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