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PNZ → SSA
Which side of the plane to sit from Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (Petrolina) to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (Salvador)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the urban layout of Juazeiro upon departure and the breathtaking panoramic entry into Salvador over the Bay of All Saints during the final descent.
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Juazeiro Waterfront
A clear view of the city of Juazeiro and its riverfront infrastructure just across from Petrolina.
Serra de Jacobina
Distant views of the rugged mountain ranges that mark the beginning of the Chapada Diamantina region.
Baía de Todos os Santos
Brazil's largest bay, dotted with islands like Frades and Itaparica during the descent.
Salvador Peninsula
The iconic skyline of Salvador, including the Farol da Barra and the historic center, visible during the final turn.
Bambuzal de Salvador
On very low altitude final, look for the famous bamboo tunnel lining the airport entrance road.
The right side is essential for sunset flights, as the sun dips over the Bay of All Saints. Choose a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Salvador skyline during the final approach maneuvers into SSA.
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Rio São Francisco
A direct view of the massive 'Old Chico' river as the plane climbs out of Petrolina.
Irrigated Fruit Farms
Lush green circles of grape and mango plantations contrasting sharply with the dry Sertão.
Caatinga Landscape
The unique, silver-toned vegetation of the Brazilian semi-arid interior stretching to the horizon.
Costa dos Coqueiros
The transition to the Atlantic coastline north of Salvador, featuring white dunes and coconut groves.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side provides an excellent perspective on the industrial and agricultural scaling of the Petrolina-Juazeiro hub shortly after takeoff.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 464 km (288 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: PNZ (-9.362409591674805, -40.56909942626953)
Arrival: SSA (-12.9086112976, -38.3224983215)
Route Type: Domestic
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