GIG → JFK

Rio Urban Tapestry

Aerial views of the Tijuca Forest and the sprawling neighborhoods of Rio's North Zone shortly after takeoff.

Amazon Rainforest

Vast stretches of dense jungle and winding river tributaries as you cross central Brazil toward the equator.

Caribbean Archipelago

Distant views of the Greater Antilles and the turquoise shallows of the Caribbean Sea.

Outer Banks

The distinct, thin barrier islands of North Carolina visible as the flight tracks north along the US East Coast.

Manhattan Skyline

On many JFK approach patterns, the left side provides a world-class view of the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center.

Guanabara Bay

Views of the Niteroi Bridge and the bay's entrance if the flight departs toward the east.

The Guianas

Remote coastal landscapes and river mouths of French Guiana and Suriname as you leave the South American continent.

Bahamian Cays

Spotting the small, scattered islands and coral reefs of the eastern Bahamas in the Atlantic.

Atlantic Sunrise

As a northbound flight, the right side faces east, offering a direct view of the sunrise over the open ocean.

Long Island Shoreline

The mansions of the Hamptons and the sandy stretches of Fire Island are often visible during the descent.