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MVD → POA
Which side of the plane to sit from Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (Montevideo) to Salgado Filho Airport (Porto Alegre)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Atlantic coastline and the immense Lagoa dos Patos, providing a dramatic contrast between the ocean and the inland lagoon system during the descent.
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Uruguayan Riviera
Stunning aerial views of the coastline stretching from Montevideo toward the glamorous resort of Punta del Este.
Atlantic Horizon
Deep blue views of the South Atlantic Ocean meeting the pristine white sand dunes of the Brazilian coast.
Lagoa dos Patos
Fly parallel to one of the largest barrier lagoons in the world, featuring intricate sandspits and turquoise waters.
Restinga Da Marambaia
View the narrow strips of land and sandbars that separate the lagoon from the open ocean.
Guaíba River Delta
The scenic approach into Porto Alegre over the complex water systems where five rivers converge into the lagoon.
The right side is the scenic winner for this route. Afternoon flights provide incredible golden hour lighting over the Lagoa dos Patos. Be ready with your camera about 20 minutes before landing, as the approach over the Guaíba River offers a fantastic panoramic view of the Porto Alegre skyline and stadium.
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Montevideo Cityscape
Clear views of the Uruguayan capital's grid and the iconic Cerro de Montevideo hill shortly after takeoff.
Pampa Wetlands
The expansive, flat agricultural landscapes and wetlands of rural Uruguay and southern Brazil.
Lake Merín
The western shoreline of this massive freshwater lagoon that serves as a natural border between the two nations.
Rio Grande Hinterland
Aerial perspective of the vast cattle ranches and 'estancias' that define the regional economy.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun over the Atlantic. It is ideal for seeing the inland geographic transition from the hills of Uruguay to the flat Brazilian pampas. Keep an eye out for the historic fortresses near the border region.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 706 km (439 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: MVD (-34.838402, -56.0308)
Arrival: POA (-29.994400024414062, -51.1713981628418)
Route Type: International
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