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GRU → NAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport (Natal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the transition from the lush Serra do Mar mountains to the turquoise Atlantic coastline and the iconic arrival over Natal's sand dunes.
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Serra do Mar
Dense Atlantic Rainforest covering the steep mountains as the plane turns toward the northeast.
Discovery Coast
The historic coastline near Porto Seguro where Portuguese explorers first arrived in 1500.
Baía de Todos os Santos
Panoramic views of the massive bay and the urban sprawl of Salvador, Bahia's capital.
Alagoas Reefs
Vibrant turquoise waters and visible coral reefs along the Maceió coastline during clear weather.
Morro do Careca
The iconic sand dune and Ponta Negra beach during the final descent into Natal.
Morning flights are ideal to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the turquoise ocean. The approach to NAT often involves a sweep over the sea, providing a perfect view of Natal's coastline and urban beaches.
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Serra da Mantiqueira
Deep green mountain ranges along the border of São Paulo and Minas Gerais shortly after takeoff.
Minas Gerais Iron Mines
Massive open-pit mines and red earth landscapes visible near the Belo Horizonte region.
São Francisco River
The 'River of National Integration' carving a wide blue path through the semi-arid interior.
Northeastern Sertão
Unique geometric patterns of the Caatinga biome and dry-land farming visible as you head north.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy spectacular sunsets over the Brazilian highlands. Look for the distinct reddish-brown terrain of the interior, which provides a stark contrast to the coastal greenery.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 2,296 km (1,427 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: NAT (-5.768056, -35.376111)
Route Type: Domestic
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