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LFW → GIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Lomé-Tokoin Airport (Lome) to Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (Rio De Janeiro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers an unparalleled panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro's iconic landscape, including its granite peaks and Guanabara Bay, during the descent.
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Lomé Cityscape
A clear view of the Togolese capital and the Port of Lomé during the initial ascent.
Serra do Mar
The lush, green coastal mountain range that defines the Brazilian shoreline near Rio.
Sugarloaf Mountain
The unmistakable granite monolith guarding the entrance to Guanabara Bay.
Christ the Redeemer
On specific approach patterns to GIG, you can spot the statue atop Corcovado Mountain.
Rio-Niterói Bridge
The massive concrete bridge spanning the bay, visible just moments before touchdown.
Ensure you are seated in front of the wing for the best views of Rio's topography. The approach into GIG often follows a path that circles the city, making the Right Side the 'tourist side' for seeing the major landmarks. Early morning arrivals provide the most dramatic lighting against the mountains.
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Gulf of Guinea
Expansive views of the West African coastline immediately after takeoff from Lomé.
South Atlantic Sunrise
On eastbound night flights, this side offers a direct view of the sun rising over the open ocean.
Região dos Lagos
Glimpses of the white sand beaches of Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio as the plane nears Brazil.
While mostly oceanic, the left side is better for avoiding direct afternoon sun glare when flying southwest. It provides a peaceful view of the vast Atlantic but lacks the dramatic landmark density of the right side.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 5,812 km (3,611 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 50 min
Departure: LFW (6.165609836578369, 1.2545100450515747)
Arrival: GIG (-22.8099994659, -43.2505569458)
Route Type: International
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