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GIG → SLZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (Rio De Janeiro) to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (Sao Luis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior visual experience, featuring the iconic coastal mountains of Rio de Janeiro upon departure and the complex bay systems of São Luís upon arrival.
Guanabara Bay
Iconic aerial views of Rio's famous bay, the Niterói bridge, and the surrounding granite peaks immediately after departure.
Serra dos Órgãos
Visible peaks including the famous 'Dedo de Deus' (Finger of God) spire near the mountain town of Petrópolis.
Iron Quadrangle
Deep red landscapes of the mining districts in Minas Gerais, showcasing one of the most mineral-rich areas on Earth.
São Francisco River
A birds-eye view of the majestic 'River of National Unity' as it flows through the semi-arid Sertão region.
Baía de São Marcos
Intricate views of turquoise tidal flats, mangroves, and the historic island city of São Luís during the final descent.
This is the best side for photography. Sit here for the departure to capture the classic Rio landscape. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, perfectly illuminating the mountains of Minas Gerais and the coastal features of Maranhão.
Serra da Mantiqueira
Dramatic views of the rugged mountain range separating Rio de Janeiro from the Minas Gerais highlands shortly after takeoff.
Cerrado Heartland
Expansive views of Brazil's central savanna and large-scale agricultural mosaics across the interior of the continent.
Western Horizon
Offers a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets and vibrant sky colors if flying on a late afternoon schedule.
Maranhão Backcountry
The landscape transitions from the dry interior to the lush, humid vegetation and winding rivers near the northern coast.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Brazilian interior. Keep your window shade partially closed during mid-day flights as the sun can be quite intense on this side when traveling north.
Distance: 2,251 km (1,399 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs
Departure: GIG (-22.8099994659, -43.2505569458)
Arrival: SLZ (-2.585360050201416, -44.23410034179688)
Route Type: Domestic
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