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POA → MVD
Which side of the plane to sit from Salgado Filho Airport (Porto Alegre) to Carrasco International /General C L Berisso Airport (Montevideo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring the massive Lagoa dos Patos, the rugged Atlantic coastline, and a spectacular aerial view of Punta del Este during the descent into Montevideo.
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Lagoa dos Patos
The largest barrier lagoon in South America, stretching for hundreds of kilometers with visible sandbars.
Port of Rio Grande
Watch the massive breakwaters and the shipping channel connecting the lagoon to the Atlantic Ocean.
Taim Ecological Station
A narrow strip of wetlands and dunes teeming with wildlife between the sea and the lagoons.
Punta del Este
The most iconic view of the trip, featuring the famous peninsula, Gorriti Island, and high-rise skyline.
Costa de Oro
A continuous string of Uruguayan beach resorts leading directly into the Montevideo metropolitan area.
For the best experience, book an afternoon flight; the sun will be behind the plane or to the right, perfectly illuminating the coastline. On clear days, look for the 'Meeting of the Waters' near Rio Grande. As you approach MVD, the pilot often patterns over the Río de la Plata, providing a panoramic view of the Uruguayan 'Riviera'.
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Guaíba River Delta
Excellent views of Porto Alegre's island-filled delta immediately after takeoff from Salgado Filho.
Pampa Biome
Vast, rolling grasslands and agricultural fields characteristic of the border region between Brazil and Uruguay.
Lagoa Mirim
The second-largest lagoon in the region, which serves as a natural border between the two countries.
Sierras de Minas
Gentle mountain ranges and rock formations visible in the distance as you enter Uruguayan airspace.
Canelones Vineyards
The heart of Uruguay's wine country, identifiable by neat rows of vines just before landing.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun over the ocean. It provides a more pastoral view of the 'Gaucho' culture's landscape. Keep an eye out for the border crossing at Chuí/Chuy, where you can see the straight line of the international road dividing the two nations.
Book Hotels in MontevideoDistance: 706 km (439 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: POA (-29.994400024414062, -51.1713981628418)
Arrival: MVD (-34.838402, -56.0308)
Route Type: International
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