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REC → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (Recife) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a better perspective of the Brazilian coast at departure and the iconic French coastline upon entering Europe.
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Olinda Coastline
Views of the historic colonial architecture and turquoise reefs north of Recife.
Canary Islands
Distant volcanic silhouettes of the Spanish archipelago rising from the Atlantic.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic transition where the deep ocean meets the western edge of France.
Loire Valley
The Garden of France featuring winding rivers and historic chateaux from above.
Paris Basin
Distant views of the sprawling French capital depending on the specific airway.
Hesse Landscapes
The green patchwork fields and forests of central Germany during the final descent.
Choose the left side for an evening departure to see the sunset over the Atlantic. During the morning arrival in Europe, this side typically faces the coast, offering views of the Bay of Biscay. For the best landing views at Frankfurt, the left side often looks toward the city center if the aircraft approaches from the east.
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Recife Port
The industrial and urban complexity of the Suape and Recife port areas.
Atlantic Sunrise
A spectacular dawn breaking over the open ocean during the northbound crossing.
Iberian Interior
The rugged terrain and high plateaus of central Spain and Portugal.
Bordeaux Vineyards
The geometric beauty of France's premier wine-growing region.
Black Forest
Distant views of the iconic, dense German woodlands to the south.
Frankfurt Skyline
Views of the financial district's skyscrapers, often called Mainhattan.
The right side is the prime spot for witnessing the sunrise over the Atlantic during the overnight crossing. As you cross into Europe, look for the varied landscapes of the Iberian Peninsula and central France. During the final approach into Frankfurt, you may see the rolling hills of the Odenwald to the south.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtDistance: 7,709 km (4,790 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 4 min
Departure: REC (-8.126489639282228, -34.923599243164055)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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