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MIA → SSA
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (Salvador)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the diverse landscapes of the Caribbean islands, the dense Amazonian canopy, and the distinctive coastline and bays of Northeast Brazil.
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Miami & Everglades
A stunning panoramic view of Downtown Miami, the Port of Miami, and the edge of the Everglades ecosystem upon takeoff.
Hispaniola Highlands
Views of the rugged mountainous terrain of Haiti and the Dominican Republic as the flight crosses the central Caribbean.
Amazon Rainforest
The vast, unbroken green carpet of the Amazon basin, occasionally revealing winding silt-colored river tributaries.
Sertão Landscapes
The transition into the semi-arid 'Sertão' of Northeast Brazil, characterized by unique reddish soil and sparse vegetation.
Baía de Todos os Santos
An incredible view of the 'All Saints Bay' and the city of Salvador's lower and upper districts during the final approach.
The right side provides more geographical variety. For the best experience, monitor the flight path; if the route stays inland, you may see the Lençóis Maranhenses dunes. In the evening, the right side avoids the direct glare of the setting sun if departing late afternoon, and provides a beautiful view of Salvador's bay upon arrival if landing from the south.
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Bahamian Cays
Aerial views of the Exumas and the shallow turquoise waters of the Great Bahama Bank shortly after departure.
Atlantic Sunrise
On typical overnight schedules, witness a spectacular sunrise over the open Atlantic Ocean before reaching the South American coast.
Costa dos Coqueiros
The northern coastline of Bahia, featuring long stretches of palm-lined beaches and the resort area of Praia do Forte during descent.
The left side is ideal for passengers who enjoy sunrise photography over the ocean. Since most flights from MIA to SSA are red-eyes, the morning light hitting the Brazilian coast is the primary highlight. Choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine glare during the golden hour.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 6,257 km (3,888 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 22 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: SSA (-12.9086112976, -38.3224983215)
Route Type: International
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