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GRU → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route because it offers the iconic view of Rome and the Vatican City during the final approach into FCO, as well as better perspectives of the North African coastline and the Italian peninsula.
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Brazilian Coastline
Stunning views of the Atlantic coast heading northeast toward the equator.
Maghreb Coastline
Distinguished views of the Algerian and Tunisian coasts where the Sahara meets the sea.
Sardinia
The southern coast of Sardinia and its capital, Cagliari, are frequently visible.
The Eternal City
On a standard approach, the dome of St. Peter's and the Colosseum are visible to the right.
Tiber River
The winding Tiber River as it meets the sea near the airport during final flaps.
Choose the right side for the 'money shot' of Rome. Since most flights from GRU are overnight, you will wake up to the sun on this side. Use your window shade to avoid glare until the flight reaches the Mediterranean. The best views of Rome occur in the final 10 minutes of flight.
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Serra do Mar
Dramatic views of the lush, green coastal mountains of Brazil shortly after departing São Paulo.
Balearic Islands
Clear views of Ibiza and Mallorca as the flight enters European airspace over the Mediterranean.
Corsica
The rugged, mountainous terrain of the French island of Corsica is often visible to the north.
Tyrrhenian Sea
Sparkling deep blue waters and the small islands of the Tuscan Archipelago during the descent.
This side is ideal for avoiding direct sunlight during the morning arrival in Italy. It provides a peaceful view of the open Mediterranean and the northern islands. Watch for the Balearic Islands roughly 1.5 to 2 hours before landing.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 9,433 km (5,861 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 6 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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