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MIA → MAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Eduardo Gomes International Airport (Manaus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the breathtaking turquoise reefs of the Bahamas and the complex Orinoco Delta, often culminating in a view of the famous 'Meeting of Waters' during the approach into Manaus.
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Miami Shoreline
Stunning views of South Beach and the high-rise skyline immediately after departure.
Exuma Cays
Vibrant turquoise water patterns and white sandbars throughout the Bahamian archipelago.
Sierra Maestra
The rugged, cloud-capped mountain ranges of Eastern Cuba rising above the Caribbean.
Orinoco Delta
A massive, intricate network of brown river channels winding through the Venezuelan coast.
Meeting of Waters
The distinct visual border where the dark Rio Negro and pale Amazon River flow side-by-side.
Book a window seat on the left for the best morning light across the Caribbean islands. As you descend into Manaus, look out for the dramatic color change in the water where the two major rivers meet; this is usually visible on the left if the aircraft follows the standard approach from the northeast. Use a polarized lens for photos to capture the depth of the Bahamian reefs.
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The Everglades
Aerial perspective of Florida's vast subtropical wetlands and 'River of Grass'.
Western Cuba
Distant views of the Cuban coastline and the rural landscapes of the Pinar del Río region.
Caribbean Expanse
Deep sapphire blue waters with visibility of large cargo ships traversing international routes.
Rio Negro
The winding, tea-colored path of the world's largest blackwater river cutting through the forest.
Amazon Canopy
An endless, unbroken carpet of emerald green rainforest stretching toward the western horizon.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while flying south. It offers the best views of the dense, primary rainforest as you enter Brazilian airspace. Watch for the massive scale of the Rio Negro just before landing, which can appear like a dark inland sea due to its immense width.
Book Hotels in ManausDistance: 3,877 km (2,409 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 34 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: MAO (-3.038609981536865, -60.04970169067383)
Route Type: International
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