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GRU → BGI
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Sir Grantley Adams International Airport (Bridgetown)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the deep Amazon interior, including the iconic meeting of the Rio Negro and Solimões, and the dramatic plateaus near the Venezuelan border.
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Amazon Rainforest Canopy
A breathtaking, endless carpet of deep green foliage spanning most of the mid-flight duration.
Meeting of Waters
The visual phenomenon near Manaus where the dark Rio Negro and sandy Solimões River flow together without mixing.
Mount Roraima Region
Distant views of the prehistoric tepuis and high-altitude plateaus at the borders of Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela.
Windward Islands
Stunning aerial views of the volcanic peaks of Grenada or St. Vincent depending on the specific flight corridor.
For daytime flights, morning departures are preferred to keep the sun on the opposite side of the aircraft. Sit behind the wing to capture the scale of the Amazon's river systems. Keep your camera ready about 3 to 4 hours into the flight for the river junctions.
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Minas Gerais Highlands
Rugged mountain terrain and industrial landscapes visible shortly after departing the São Paulo area.
Tocantins Basin
Vast river networks and the transition from the Cerrado biome to the tropical rainforest.
Equatorial Cloud Belts
Dramatic towering cumulus formations often found within the Intertropical Convergence Zone near the equator.
Barbados Reefs
Excellent views of the turquoise coral reefs and the surf-pounded East Coast of Barbados during the descent.
The right side is ideal for night or early morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean. During the final approach into BGI, this side often provides a better view of the island's famous southern coastline and luxury resorts.
Book Hotels in BridgetownDistance: 4,300 km (2,672 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 4 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: BGI (13.0746002197, -59.4925003052)
Route Type: International
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