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PET → POA
Which side of the plane to sit from João Simões Lopes Neto International Airport (Pelotas) to Salgado Filho Airport (Porto Alegre)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the Lagoa dos Patos, the largest lagoon in South America, providing a stunning aquatic landscape throughout the short flight.
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Lagoa dos Patos
Constant views of the massive lagoon that dominates the geography of the region.
São Lourenço do Sul
A clear view of this historic town and its popular lagoon-side beaches.
Guaíba Delta
A complex network of islands and channels seen as the plane enters the Porto Alegre airspace.
Porto Alegre Shoreline
Aerial perspective of the city's revitalized waterfront and the Beira-Rio Stadium on descent.
Sandbars
Intricate underwater sand formations visible in the shallow waters of the lagoon.
The right side is significantly more scenic for this route. In the morning, the sun illuminates the lagoon waters perfectly. Keep your camera ready during the last 10 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Guaíba islands and the capital's urban layout.
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Pampa Biome
Vast stretches of the traditional Rio Grande do Sul plains used for cattle ranching.
Rice Paddies
Intricate geometric patterns of flooded rice fields, especially prominent near Camaquã.
BR-116 Highway
The major transport artery of the state visible snaking through the rural landscape.
Sunset Horizon
If flying in the late afternoon, the sun sets over the distant hills to the west.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the late afternoon to enjoy the sunset over the Pampa. During the southern winter, the landscape can be quite misty in the morning, creating a unique atmospheric effect over the fields.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 221 km (137 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: PET (-31.718399, -52.327702)
Arrival: POA (-29.994400024414062, -51.1713981628418)
Route Type: Domestic
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