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GRU → FLN
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Hercílio Luz International Airport (Florianopolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Brazilian coastline, the Port of Santos, and a panoramic perspective of Santa Catarina Island upon the final approach to Florianopolis.
Port of Santos
Shortly after takeoff, view the largest port in Latin America and the dense coastal development of Guarujá and Santos.
Serra do Mar
Witness the dramatic edge where the lush Atlantic Forest mountain range meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Balneário Camboriú
See the famous 'Dubai of Brazil' skyline with its soaring skyscrapers reflecting against the blue coastline.
Santa Catarina Island
As the plane begins its descent, enjoy a full view of the northern beaches like Jurerê and the rugged coastline of the island.
Praia da Joaquina
During the final approach, look for the iconic sand dunes and turquoise waters of the eastern part of the island.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh direct sunlight coming from the east. This side provides the most iconic views of the 'Ilha da Magia' (Magic Island) as you descend. Ensure you are seated behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the coastline transitions.
São Paulo Urban Sprawl
Observe the breathtaking and seemingly infinite sea of skyscrapers that define the Guarulhos and São Paulo landscape.
Inland Atlantic Forest
View the deep green canopies of the protected inland reserves and the undulating topography of the Southern Highlands.
Joinville and Itajaí Valley
Glimpse the industrial hubs and European-influenced settlements nestled in the valleys of northern Santa Catarina.
Hercílio Luz Bridge
Depending on the landing pattern into the bay, you might spot the historic suspension bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the mountains. It offers a better perspective of the mainland's geography and the bay (Baía Norte) if the aircraft approaches Florianopolis from the north.
Distance: 515 km (320 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: FLN (-27.670278549194336, -48.5525016784668)
Route Type: Domestic
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