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MVD → GIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (Montevideo) to Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (Rio De Janeiro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an incredible sequence of coastal views, including the sprawling Lagoa dos Patos and a high probability of seeing Rio's iconic coastline and Sugarloaf Mountain during the approach into Galeão.
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Punta del Este
View of the famous 'fingers' beach and the luxury peninsula of Uruguay's premier resort town.
Lagoa dos Patos
The world's largest barrier lagoon, stretching for hundreds of miles with unique sandbars and blue-tinted water.
Florianópolis
The 'Magic Island' with its numerous white-sand beaches and the Hercílio Luz Bridge visible from high altitude.
Angra dos Reis
The 'Emerald Coast' featuring crystal clear waters and hundreds of small, lush islands.
Rio Landmark Approach
A stunning descent over Guanabara Bay with views of the Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer in the distance.
This is the definitive choice for this route. To maximize the 'Rio Arrival' experience, choose a seat behind the wing to see the coastline curve into the city. For the best lighting, book an afternoon flight when the sun is in the west, illuminating the coast and the Christ the Redeemer statue.
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Montevideo Skyline
Aerial view of the Uruguayan capital and the vast, silty waters of the Rio de la Plata shortly after takeoff.
Serra Geral Canyons
Dramatic escarpments and deep green canyons near the border of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina.
Serra do Mar
Continuous stretches of dense Atlantic Rainforest covering steep mountain ranges as you head north.
São Paulo Interior
Glimpses of the industrial heartland and suburban sprawl of the Paraíba Valley.
Sit on the left if you prefer mountainous terrain over ocean views. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, making it much easier to take photos of the Serra do Mar without cockpit glare or sun reflection on the wing.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 1,824 km (1,133 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min
Departure: MVD (-34.838402, -56.0308)
Arrival: GIG (-22.8099994659, -43.2505569458)
Route Type: International
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