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GRU → IAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Caribbean islands and the diverse landforms of the American East Coast during the morning arrival.
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Amazon Basin
Views of the dense jungle canopy and the winding tributaries of the western Amazon rainforest.
Greater Antilles
High-altitude views of the rugged mountain terrain of Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Bahamian Cays
Stunning turquoise water patterns and small coral islands as the flight heads north.
Appalachian Mountains
The iconic rolling green ridges of the Blue Ridge Mountains during the descent into Virginia.
Dulles Corridor
Aerial views of the Tysons and Reston urban centers shortly before touchdown at IAD.
Choose the left side for land-based features. Since most flights from GRU to IAD are overnight, the left side avoids the direct glare of the rising sun while providing excellent views of the Caribbean archipelago at dawn. Look for the massive Amazon river systems in the first few hours if departing near sunset.
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São Paulo Lights
A spectacular view of the sprawling megalopolis and the Serra do Mar mountains upon departure.
Equatorial Storms
Massive, towering cumulus clouds often visible when crossing the Intertropical Convergence Zone.
Atlantic Sunrise
A front-row seat to a brilliant sunrise over the open Atlantic Ocean during the final third of the flight.
Chesapeake Bay
Intricate coastal shorelines and the distinct geography of the Mid-Atlantic estuaries.
Dulles Terminal
Views of the iconic Eero Saarinen-designed main terminal and airport infrastructure during taxiing.
The right side is ideal for sunrise enthusiasts, as the sun will rise on the starboard side of the aircraft as it travels north. This side also offers better views of the Chesapeake Bay during certain arrival patterns. Be sure to keep window shades down during the middle of the flight to avoid waking other passengers as dawn breaks.
Book Hotels in WashingtonDistance: 7,649 km (4,753 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Route Type: International
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