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GRU → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of the Brazilian coastline during the initial climb and the most iconic views of the Frankfurt skyline and the Rhine River during the final descent.
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Northeast Brazil
Glittering coastal lights of Recife and Natal at the 'bulge' of Brazil before the ocean crossing.
Canary Islands
Distant views of volcanic peaks like Mount Teide rising above the clouds off the coast of Africa.
Pyrenees Mountains
Dramatic snow-capped ridges visible during the transition from Spain into France.
Rhine Valley Castles
Historic German castles and the steep vineyards of the Rhine Gorge during the descent.
Mainhattan Skyline
The spectacular high-rise financial district of Frankfurt, often fully visible on the final approach into FRA.
Choose the right side for the best chance to see the Brazilian coastline at night and the dramatic landing into Frankfurt. Most arrivals into FRA come from the west, placing the city's impressive skyline on the right. Note that the morning sun will be on this side, so keep your window shade partially closed during the mid-flight crossing to avoid glare.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtSao Paulo Urban Sprawl
Witness the massive scale of the Southern Hemisphere's largest city during the initial climb.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic and the transition from night to day.
Portuguese Coastline
Potential sightings of the rugged cliffs and beaches of Cabo da Roca as the flight enters Europe.
Loire Valley
The geometric patterns of French vineyards and the winding rivers of central France.
Low Glare Sunrise
The left side offers softer lighting for photography during the morning approach into Germany.
The left side is ideal for those who prefer indirect sunlight during the long morning approach over Europe. It offers better views of the western European coastline if the flight path tracks closer to Portugal and the Bay of Biscay. Look for the distinct star-shaped urban layouts of French towns as you cross over from the Atlantic.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 9,798 km (6,088 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 32 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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