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NAT → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport (Natal) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the stunning Brazilian coastline. You will witness the turquoise waters of the Northeast, several major state capitals, and the dramatic transition from coastal plains to the lush Serra do Mar mountains as you approach São Paulo.
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Natal Coastline
Immediately after takeoff, enjoy views of the famous Ponta Negra beach and the Morro do Careca dune.
Recife and Olinda
Aerial perspective of the 'Brazilian Venice' with its intricate waterways and the historic hills of Olinda.
Alagoas Coral Reefs
Look down to see the vibrant turquoise natural pools and coral reefs stretching along the coast of Maceió.
Baía de Todos os Santos
A wide view of the massive bay surrounding Salvador, including the city's historic peninsula.
Serra do Mar
The final leg features the dense, emerald-green Atlantic Forest covering the steep coastal mountain ranges.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to see the coastline illuminated by the setting sun behind you. This side is also superior for spotting the transition from the ocean to the coastal mountains. During the descent into GRU, look for the Ilhabela archipelago if the flight path stays slightly offshore.
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The Sertão
A unique look at the semi-arid interior of the Northeast with its rugged terrain and caatinga vegetation.
São Francisco River
Spot the 'Old Chico,' Brazil's most important river, snaking through the dry interior landscape.
Chapada Diamantina
Distant views of the iconic flat-topped plateaus and deep valleys of central Bahia's highlands.
Minas Gerais Hills
The undulating 'sea of hills' (mares de morros) and large agricultural estates of the Southeast.
Greater São Paulo
An incredible view of the endless urban sprawl and skyscrapers as the plane aligns for landing at Guarulhos.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Brazilian interior and the São Francisco River basin. On arrival, the right side often yields better views of the massive São Paulo metropolitan area during the final bank.
Book Hotels in Sao PauloDistance: 2,296 km (1,427 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min
Departure: NAT (-5.768056, -35.376111)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: Domestic
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