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Which side of the plane to sit from Cacoal Airport (Cacoal) to Marechal Rondon Airport (Cuiaba)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

While both sides showcase the dramatic transition from the Amazon basin to the agricultural heartland, the right side is generally superior for the approach into Cuiabá, offering views of the meandering Cuiabá River and the city's urban landscape.

Right Side Highlights
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Amazon Transition Zone

Observe the thinning of the dense Amazon canopy as it gives way to the Cerrado tropical savanna.

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Pantanal Periphery

Distant views of the northern edge of the world's largest tropical wetland area to the southwest.

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Rio Cuiabá

The serpentine curves of the river become prominent as the aircraft descends into the metropolitan area.

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Cuiabá & Várzea Grande

A full panoramic view of the skyline and the Arena Pantanal stadium during the final approach phase.

Choose a window seat behind the wing for unobstructed views of the river during descent. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography on this side, as the sun will be behind the aircraft.

Left Side Highlights
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Cacoal Urban Area

Aerial view of the 'Capital of Coffee' in Rondônia immediately after takeoff.

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BR-364 Logistics Vein

Trace the path of the vital highway that connects the Amazon to the south of Brazil.

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Agricultural Mosaics

Stunning geometric patterns of massive soy and corn plantations in western Mato Grosso.

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Chapada dos Guimarães

On clear days, the distant flat-topped red cliffs of the national park are visible to the northeast during descent.

Sit on the left if you are interested in seeing the specific 'checkerboard' patterns of large-scale industrial farming. This side avoids direct glare during early morning flights as the sun rises in the east.

Top Activities in Cuiaba
Route Information

Distance: 739 km (459 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min

Departure: OAL (-11.496, -61.4508)

Arrival: CGB (-15.6528997421, -56.1166992188)

Route Type: Domestic

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