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JPA → BSB
Which side of the plane to sit from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (Joao Pessoa) to Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Brazilian coast at takeoff, including the easternmost point of the Americas, and typically provides the iconic view of Brasília's 'airplane' shape and Lake Paranoá during the descent.
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Ponta do Seixas
The easternmost point of the American continent, visible immediately after takeoff from JPA.
The Sertão
Dramatic views of the semi-arid Caatinga landscape with its unique vegetation and occasional rocky outcrops.
São Francisco River
A glimpse of the 'O Velho Chico' river, one of South America's most important waterways, as you cross into Bahia.
Plano Piloto
The bird-shaped central urban area of Brasília, clearly visible during standard approaches to BSB.
Lake Paranoá
The massive artificial lake that surrounds Brasília, featuring the JK Bridge if the flight path aligns south.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you when departing JPA. During arrival in BSB, the left side is the 'money' side for seeing the Oscar Niemeyer architecture. Check if the wind is from the East; if so, the plane will circle around the lake, providing a panoramic view of the federal district.
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Paraíba River Estuary
Views of the river meeting the sea and the port of Cabedelo north of João Pessoa.
Borborema Plateau
The initial rise of the terrain as the plane moves from the coastal plains to the interior highlands.
Cerrado Biome
The vast, bushy savanna of central Brazil, characterized by twisted trees and red earth.
Brasília National Park
A large green reserve known as 'Água Mineral' located just north of the city center.
The right side is excellent for seeing the river mouth at takeoff. If traveling in the late afternoon, you might experience significant glare as you fly southwest toward the setting sun. This side is better for seeing the northern satellite cities (Sobradinho and Planaltina) during the final approach.
Book Hotels in BrasiliaDistance: 1,713 km (1,064 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: JPA (-7.145833015440002, -34.9486122131)
Arrival: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Route Type: Domestic
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