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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

While both sides offer spectacular views of the Andes, the Right Side is the definitive choice for the iconic aerial approach into Rio de Janeiro, featuring world-famous landmarks.

Right Side Highlights
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Southern Andean Glaciers

Impressive views of the higher peaks and permanent snowfields of the southern Peruvian mountain ranges.

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Pantanal Periphery

Distant views of the world's largest tropical wetland area during the mid-flight transit.

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Corcovado & Christ

The iconic Christ the Redeemer statue is often visible on the right during the final approach pattern.

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Guanabara Bay

Stunning vistas of the bay, Niteroi bridge, and the surrounding tropical islands before touchdown.

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Sugarloaf Mountain

Clear views of Pão de Açúcar and the famous beaches of Rio if the flight follows the coastal approach path.

This is the 'scenic side' for the Rio arrival. Book a window seat behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the landmarks. If arriving at night, the right side offers a magnificent view of the city's lights reflecting off the Atlantic Ocean and Guanabara Bay.

Left Side Highlights
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Callao & Lima Coast

Bird's-eye view of the Peruvian capital's coastline and the San Lorenzo island immediately after takeoff.

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Central Peruvian Andes

Vivid views of the snow-capped central cordillera and deep glacial valleys.

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Amazon Frontier

The vast transition zone where the Andean foothills meet the dense green canopy of the Amazon basin.

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Mato Grosso Plateau

The expansive tropical savanna and agricultural heartland of central Brazil.

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Serra dos Órgãos

Jagged mountain peaks north of Rio, including the famous Dedo de Deus (Finger of God) formation.

Choose the left side for the best perspective of the Peruvian coastline during the initial climb. For morning flights, this side experiences direct sunlight, so keep your shades down until you reach cruising altitude to avoid glare on the Andes.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,777 km (2,347 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 27 min

Departure: LIM (-12.0219, -77.114305)

Arrival: GIG (-22.8099994659, -43.2505569458)

Route Type: International

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