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GRU → JPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (Joao Pessoa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the breathtaking Brazilian coastline, stretching from the lush 'Costa Verde' in São Paulo to the vibrant turquoise reefs of the Northeast.
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Ilhabela & North Coast
The stunning mountainous islands and secluded beaches of the São Paulo coastline immediately after departure.
Port of Vitória
A clear view of the Espírito Santo capital and its major maritime logistics hubs and coastal bridges.
Abrolhos Bank
The vivid color shift in the ocean marking the protected marine national park off the coast of Bahia.
Coral Coast
The incredible turquoise waters and visible reef structures of Alagoas, often called the 'Brazilian Caribbean'.
Recife Skyline
A spectacular view of the dense skyscrapers of Boa Viagem beach as you begin the final descent toward Paraíba.
The right side is the undisputed winner for scenery. For the best photography, aim for a morning flight when the sun illuminates the coastline from the east. Keep your camera ready during the last 30 minutes of the flight for the striking reefs and the turquoise waters near Maceió and Recife.
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Serra da Mantiqueira
Dramatic views of the jagged mountain ranges that border São Paulo and Minas Gerais shortly after takeoff.
Industrial Interior
Bird's-eye view of the vast industrial parks and agricultural hubs of the Brazilian heartland.
Sertão Transition
Observe the landscape change from lush Atlantic Forest to the unique, arid patterns of the Caatinga biome.
Tropical Formations
Witness impressive towering cumulus clouds often forming over the warm interior landmass during the afternoon.
Choose the left side if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the sun setting over the continent. This side is ideal for travelers interested in the diverse topography and the transition of Brazil's inland biomes.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 2,190 km (1,361 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: JPA (-7.145833015440002, -34.9486122131)
Route Type: Domestic
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