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JPA → FOR
Which side of the plane to sit from Presidente Castro Pinto International Airport (Joao Pessoa) to Pinto Martins International Airport (Fortaleza)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular journey along the Northeastern Brazilian coastline, showcasing a continuous sequence of turquoise waters, vast white sand dunes, and the iconic red cliffs of the Ceará coast.
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Paraíba River Estuary
The meeting of the river and the sea at Cabedelo, featuring the 'Areia Vermelha' sandbar.
Baía da Traição
Beautiful coastal curves and indigenous territories visible along the northern Paraíba coast.
Natal & Potengi River
A clear view of the Rio Grande do Norte capital and the impressive Newton Navarro Bridge.
Genipabu Dunes
The iconic white sand dunes of Natal, one of the most famous postcards of Northeastern Brazil.
Areia Branca Salinas
Geometric white pools used for sea salt production near the border of RN and Ceará.
Canoa Quebrada
The stunning red cliffs (falésias) and the beach village known for its moon and star symbol.
Fortaleza Coastline
A grand view of Praia do Futuro and the high-rise buildings of Beira Mar on the final approach.
The right side is the premium choice for this route. For the best photography, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the coast from the east. Keep your camera ready during the last 15 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Ceará dunes and Fortaleza's urban beachfront.
Book Hotels in FortalezaJoao Pessoa Suburbs
Aerial view of the metropolitan area of JPA and the expansion towards the interior upon takeoff.
Sertão Landscapes
The semi-arid interior of Rio Grande do Norte with its unique 'Caatinga' vegetation patterns.
Mossoró City
View of the second-largest city in Rio Grande do Norte, known for its salt and oil production.
Quixadá Monoliths
Spectacular inselbergs and dramatic rock formations rising from the flat plains of central Ceará.
Castanhão Reservoir
The massive expanse of the largest multi-purpose dam in Ceará, providing a blue contrast to the dry land.
Select the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the semi-arid landscape. This side is better for observing the 'Sertão' geography and the unique geological formations like the Quixadá monoliths during the descent into Fortaleza.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 546 km (339 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: JPA (-7.145833015440002, -34.9486122131)
Arrival: FOR (-3.776279926300049, -38.53260040283203)
Route Type: Domestic
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