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SDU → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Santos Dumont Airport (Rio De Janeiro) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled 'postcard' view of Rio de Janeiro immediately after takeoff, featuring the Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain before tracking along the lush Serra do Mar range.
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Sugarloaf Mountain
An incredibly close-up view of Pão de Açúcar as the plane banking maneuvers out of SDU.
Christ the Redeemer
The iconic statue atop Corcovado Mountain is visible shortly after takeoff, often appearing at eye level.
Copacabana & Ipanema
A perfect aerial layout of Rio's most famous crescent-shaped beaches and the Dois Irmãos peaks.
Serra do Mar
The dramatic, cloud-shrouded mountain range that separates the coastal strip from the high plateau.
Sao Paulo Skyline
A sweeping view of the immense 'concrete jungle' during the initial approach phase into Guarulhos.
This is the premier choice for this route. Sit in a window seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Christ the Redeemer. Late afternoon flights provide spectacular golden-hour lighting on Rio's granite peaks.
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Niteroi & MAC
Views of the Rio-Niteroi bridge and the futuristic Niterói Contemporary Art Museum across the bay.
Ilha Grande
The massive, densely forested island near Angra dos Reis is clearly visible against the turquoise ocean.
Costa Verde
The stunning jagged coastline where the emerald Atlantic Forest mountains meet the sea.
Port of Santos
On the final descent, you can often spot one of Latin America's busiest ports in the distance.
Choose the left side for better views of the crystalline waters of the Costa Verde and to avoid direct sun glare during early morning departures. It is especially scenic during the mid-flight cruise over the Atlantic coast.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 343 km (213 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: SDU (-22.910499572800003, -43.1631011963)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: Domestic
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