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SDU → IOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Santos Dumont Airport (Rio De Janeiro) to Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (Ilheus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of Rio de Janeiro's landmarks during departure and the continuous mountain ranges of the Brazilian coast.
Sugarloaf Mountain
Unrivaled views of the Pão de Açúcar peak during the initial climb out of Guanabara Bay.
Christ the Redeemer
A breathtaking perspective of the Corcovado statue if the flight performs the standard southern departure loop.
Vitória Cityscape
Aerial view of the capital of Espírito Santo and its complex of bridges and islands.
Serra do Mar
The lush green slopes of the coastal mountain range that separates the highlands from the sea.
Cachoeira River
The winding river delta that wraps around the city of Ilhéus during the final approach.
To maximize the Rio departure, choose a seat ahead of or well behind the wing. Morning flights (07:00 - 10:00) offer the best lighting for the mountains on the left without harsh glare. During the descent into Ilhéus, the left side is better for seeing the urban layout and the port.
Rio-Niterói Bridge
The longest bridge in Latin America stretching across the mouth of the bay.
Búzios Peninsula
The jagged, multi-bay coastline of the famous resort town from a high-altitude perspective.
Abrolhos Bank
Mid-flight views of the turquoise coral reefs in the South Atlantic Marine Park.
Discovery Coast
The transition to Bahia's signature white sand beaches and tropical blue waters.
Praia do Sul
A close-up view of the palm-fringed southern beaches of Ilhéus just before touchdown.
The right side is perfect for ocean lovers. Keep an eye out for the distinctive turquoise patches of the Abrolhos region about two-thirds through the flight. On afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses to manage the brightness while viewing the coast.
Distance: 999 km (621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: SDU (-22.910499572800003, -43.1631011963)
Arrival: IOS (-14.815999984741, -39.03319931030301)
Route Type: Domestic
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