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POA → IGU
Which side of the plane to sit from Salgado Filho Airport (Porto Alegre) to Cataratas International Airport (Foz Do Iguacu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a significantly higher chance of witnessing the spectacular Iguaçu Falls and the massive Itaipu Dam during the descent into Foz do Iguaçu, alongside views of the Serra Gaúcha mountains early in the flight.
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Porto Alegre Skyline
A clear view of the city's urban landscape and the Beira-Rio Stadium shortly after departure.
Serra Gaúcha Edge
The transition from the coastal plains to the rugged highlands of the southern Brazilian plateau.
Itaipu Dam
One of the world's largest hydroelectric plants, its massive reservoir and concrete structure are clearly visible on the approach.
Iguaçu Falls
The ultimate highlight; if the pilot follows the standard northern approach, the right side provides a panoramic view of the 275 falls.
Iguaçu National Park
A sea of protected Atlantic Forest surrounding the airport, contrasting sharply with nearby agricultural land.
The right side is the 'gold standard' for this route. Aim for a seat ahead of or well behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the falls. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the mist from the waterfalls and the blue water of the Itaipu reservoir perfectly for photography.
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Delta do Jacuí
Upon takeoff from POA, views of the intricate network of islands and channels where five rivers meet to form the Guaíba.
Pampa Biome
Vast stretches of rolling hills and agricultural plains characteristic of the interior of Rio Grande do Sul.
Argentine Border
As the plane nears the destination, you can spot the dense, dark green canopy of the Misiones subtropical forest in Argentina.
Western Farmlands
The geometric patterns of large-scale soybean and corn plantations spanning the border between Santa Catarina and Paraná.
Sit on the left if you are flying during the late afternoon to catch a beautiful sunset over the interior of the continent. While you may miss the direct view of the falls on approach, you will have a clear view of the Paraná River and the 'Triple Frontier' bridge linking Brazil and Argentina.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 587 km (365 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: POA (-29.994400024414062, -51.1713981628418)
Arrival: IGU (-25.60027885437012, -54.48500061035156)
Route Type: Domestic
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