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PTY → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Tocumen International Airport (Panama City) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the preferred choice as it offers iconic views of the Panama Canal's Pacific entrance immediately after takeoff and provides a more direct perspective of the Amazon River's main stem and the sprawling Sao Paulo skyline during the arrival sequence.
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Panama Canal Entrance
Aerial view of the Pacific side locks and the Bridge of the Americas shortly after departure from PTY.
Colombian Andes
Dramatic views of the Cordillera Central as the flight path traverses northern South America.
Amazon Mainstem
Opportunities to spot the massive, sediment-rich main channel of the Amazon River cutting through the forest.
Sao Paulo Urban Sprawl
A stunning look at the 'sea of skyscrapers' that defines the world's fourth-largest city during the final descent.
Sit on the left (A/K side depending on aircraft) for the best chance to see the Panama Canal. For day flights, the sun will be on the right side in the morning, making the left side ideal for glare-free photography of the Amazon canopy. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the city skyline during the GRU approach.
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Pearl Islands
The turquoise waters and white sands of the Archipiélago de las Perlas in the Gulf of Panama.
Amazon Rainforest
Vast, seemingly infinite views of the deep green rainforest canopy and meandering tributaries.
Mato Grosso Agriculture
The transition from jungle to the geometric patterns of Brazil's massive agricultural heartland.
Serra da Mantiqueira
The rolling mountains and lush valleys of southeastern Brazil during the final hour of flight.
The right side is excellent for viewing the remote interior of the Amazon basin. On evening flights, this side may catch a beautiful sunset over the Brazilian interior. However, be prepared for significant sun glare if flying during the afternoon heading south-southeast.
Book Hotels in Sao PauloDistance: 5,086 km (3,160 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 59 min
Departure: PTY (9.0713596344, -79.3834991455)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: International
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