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POA → XAP
Which side of the plane to sit from Salgado Filho Airport (Porto Alegre) to Serafin Enoss Bertaso Airport (Chapeco)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Porto Alegre skyline and the metropolitan area immediately after takeoff, followed by a better perspective of the highland plateau as you approach Santa Catarina.
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Porto Alegre Skyline
Panoramic views of the capital's dense downtown and the Guaíba estuary shortly after departure.
Serra Plateau
Distant views of the rising terrain and rolling hills leading toward the Serra Gaúcha mountain range.
Chapecó Industrial Hub
Views of the urban center and the large-scale industrial facilities that define this agribusiness capital.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct western sun. It provides the best view of the Arena do Grêmio stadium during takeoff from POA and a more scenic look at the rising highlands before the final descent into XAP.
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Guaíba Delta
The complex network of islands and channels where the Jacuí and other rivers converge near Porto Alegre.
Agricultural Heartland
Vast, geometric mosaics of soybean and corn plantations throughout northern Rio Grande do Sul.
Uruguay River Crossing
The wide, meandering river that marks the natural border between the states of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina.
Book the left side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset reflecting off the Guaíba and Uruguay rivers. Look for the distinct reddish soil patterns which become more prominent as you enter the northern part of the route.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 350 km (217 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: POA (-29.994400024414062, -51.1713981628418)
Arrival: XAP (-27.134199142456, -52.656600952148)
Route Type: Domestic
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