Loading map...
POA → CGH
Which side of the plane to sit from Salgado Filho Airport (Porto Alegre) to Congonhas Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, combining the stunning blue vistas of the Atlantic coastline with a dramatic entry over São Paulo's urban landmarks like the Interlagos circuit.
Search flights from POA to CGH
Lagoa dos Patos
The northern tip of one of the world's largest lagoon systems immediately after leaving POA.
Emerald Coast
Stunning views of the Santa Catarina coastline, including Florianópolis and Balneário Camboriú's skyscrapers.
Paranaguá Bay
A complex network of islands and mangroves visible as you cross into the state of Paraná.
Billings Reservoir
The massive blue water system that marks the southern entry into the city of São Paulo.
Interlagos Circuit
The famous Formula 1 track is clearly visible just minutes before touchdown at Congonhas.
The right side is the 'coastal side.' For the best views of the Santa Catarina beaches, ensure you are on this side. During the descent into CGH (usually via the 'PAPA' transition), the view of the Interlagos track is a highlight that should not be missed.
Book Hotels in Sao Paulo
Serra Geral Mountains
The dramatic vertical cliffs and canyons of the Aparados da Serra National Park visible shortly after takeoff.
Atlantic Rainforest
Dense, lush green canopies of the Serra do Mar mountain range stretching across state borders.
Curitiba Outskirts
A distant view of the high-rise buildings and urban planning of the Paraná state capital.
São Paulo West Side
The sprawling residential neighborhoods and the Pinheiros River area during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It is also the best side to witness the sunset over the inland mountains if flying late in the afternoon. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for the canyons.
Get eSIMs for Brazil
Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 838 km (521 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: POA (-29.994400024414062, -51.1713981628418)
Arrival: CGH (-23.626110076904297, -46.65638732910156)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.