MCZ → GRU

Alagoas Coral Reefs

Immediately after takeoff from Maceio, witness the stunning turquoise natural pools and barrier reefs that define the Emerald Coast.

Baía de Todos os Santos

A distant but clear view of the massive bay surrounding Salvador, the largest bay in Brazil, often shimmering under the tropical sun.

Abrolhos Marine Park

If the flight path stays slightly offshore, you can spot the unique coral formations and islands of the Abrolhos Bank near the southern Bahia border.

Vitória and Espírito Santo Coast

View the rugged granite peaks meeting the sea near Vitória, including the iconic Mestre Álvaro mountain and the harbor areas.

Região dos Lagos

Look for the white sand dunes and cold, sapphire blue waters of Cabo Frio and Arraial do Cabo as the plane begins its turn toward the interior.

Serra do Mar

As you approach Sao Paulo, the dense, lush Atlantic Forest of the Serra do Mar mountain range provides a deep green carpet below.

Sertão Topography

Observe the unique semi-arid landscapes of the Northeast interior, characterized by caatinga vegetation and seasonal riverbeds.

São Francisco River

Watch for the 'Old Chico' river crossing, one of Brazil's most vital waterways, marking the border between Alagoas and Sergipe.

Minas Gerais Highlands

As you move south, the terrain becomes more mountainous with the rolling iron-rich hills and valleys of the Minas Gerais interior.

Agricultural Patchwork

The landscape transitions into organized coffee and sugarcane plantations as you enter the northern part of Sao Paulo state.

Greater Sao Paulo Sprawl

On the final approach to GRU, the sheer scale of the South American megalopolis becomes visible with endless skyscrapers and urban density.