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JOI → CGH
Which side of the plane to sit from Lauro Carneiro de Loyola Airport (Joinville) to Congonhas Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular journey along the Brazilian coastline, featuring pristine islands, massive bay systems, and the dramatic transition from the Atlantic Ocean to the high-altitude plateau of Sao Paulo.
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Babitonga Bay
A complex of 24 islands and the historic colonial architecture of Sao Francisco do Sul visible shortly after takeoff.
Ilha do Mel
The famous honey-shaped island and its lighthouse at the entrance of the Paranagua Bay.
Lagamar Region
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring vast stretches of untouched mangroves and estuarine canals near Cananeia.
Port of Santos
One of the largest ports in the Southern Hemisphere, visible during the descent phase over the coastline.
Billings Reservoir
A massive blue expanse surrounded by green hills that signals the final approach into the heart of the city.
The coastal scenery is best viewed on morning flights when the sun illuminates the Atlantic Ocean. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes into the flight for the Paranagua Bay area. During landing, this side often provides a close-up view of the Billings Reservoir and the suburban sprawl of the ABC region before touchdown.
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Joinville Urban Area
A clear view of the 'City of Flowers' and its industrial landscape immediately after departure.
Serra do Mar Ridges
Dramatic views of the steep, emerald-green mountain ranges covered in dense Atlantic Forest.
Vale do Ribeira
Deep valleys and preserved rainforest areas that characterize the border between Santa Catarina and Sao Paulo.
Interlagos Race Track
The iconic Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace is frequently visible on the left during the southern approach to Congonhas.
Moema and South Zone
A stunning perspective of Sao Paulo's dense urban canyon during the final seconds of the descent.
Choose a seat in the front half of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction of the Serra do Mar. In the afternoon, this side is shaded, making it easier to take photos of the Sao Paulo skyline and the Interlagos circuit without sun glare. Watch for the sudden transition from green mountains to concrete jungle.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 361 km (224 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: JOI (-26.22450065612793, -48.797401428222656)
Arrival: CGH (-23.626110076904297, -46.65638732910156)
Route Type: Domestic
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