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GRU → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred primarily for the spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean and the iconic panorama of the Swiss Alps during the descent into Zurich.
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Serra do Mar
Dramatic views of the lush, green coastal mountain range of Brazil during the initial climb out of GRU.
Atlantic Sunrise
Most flights on this route arrive in the morning, offering a front-row seat to a stunning sunrise over the open ocean.
Recife & Natal
The last glimpses of the Brazilian 'bulge' before the long trans-oceanic crossing begins.
The Swiss Alps
A world-class view of the high Alpine peaks and glaciers as the aircraft begins its descent from cruising altitude.
Lake Zurich
Crystal clear views of the long, narrow Zürichsee and the surrounding villages just before touching down.
The Right Side is the clear winner for the arrival phase. Ensure you are awake at least 90 minutes before landing to catch the sunrise. The highlight is the Alpine range; as the pilot begins the descent, the snow-capped peaks appear prominently. For the landing in Zurich, the right side usually provides a superior view of the lake and the city center if landing on Runway 14. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the night to avoid waking other passengers when the sun rises early over the Atlantic.
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São Paulo Sprawl
Incredible views of the massive urban density and skyscrapers of the Guarulhos and São Paulo area shortly after takeoff.
Atlantic Coastline
Views of the Brazilian 'Costa Verde' and the Serra da Mantiqueira mountains fading into the distance.
The Pyrenees
If the flight path crosses over central Spain, you can see the snow-capped border between Spain and France.
French Countryside
As you enter European airspace, the patchwork fields and historic towns of central France become visible.
The Jura Mountains
Final descent views of the limestone ridges and forested slopes along the French-Swiss border.
Choose the left side if you want to avoid the direct morning sun while entering Europe, which helps with photography. It offers the best perspective of the massive São Paulo urban area during a night departure, provided the weather is clear. During the final approach, this side often sees the rolling hills of northern Switzerland and the outskirts of the city.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 9,609 km (5,971 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 18 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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