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SDU → SSA
Which side of the plane to sit from Santos Dumont Airport (Rio De Janeiro) to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (Salvador)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to Rio de Janeiro's dramatic mountain landscape during takeoff and maintains a stunning perspective of the Brazilian coastline and the Serra do Mar range throughout the flight.
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Rio Skyline
Breathtaking views of Sugarloaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue immediately after departure from Santos Dumont.
Serra dos Órgãos
Dramatic granite peaks and lush rainforest canopies visible as the plane heads north through Rio de Janeiro state.
Port of Vitória
A clear view of the Espírito Santo capital, its interconnected islands, and the massive industrial port infrastructure.
Discovery Coast
Aerial perspective of the historic Porto Seguro region, where the Portuguese first arrived in Brazil.
Salvador Urban Edge
The sprawling urban density and colorful neighborhoods of Salvador as the plane aligns for the final approach.
For the most iconic departure in aviation, choose a window seat on the left side (Seat A). This side is protected from the harsh afternoon sun during northbound flights, providing better conditions for photography. In the morning, the light perfectly illuminates the mountains to the west. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze distorting the view of the Rio mountains.
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South Atlantic Vistas
Deep blue ocean views contrasting with the white foam of the breaking waves along the coast.
Abrolhos Archipelago
If the flight path is slightly offshore, you can spot the remote coral reefs and islands of the National Marine Park.
Coastal Lagoons
Sparkling freshwater lagoons nestled behind the sand dunes near the border of Espírito Santo and Bahia.
Bay of All Saints
On specific landing patterns, the right side offers a magnificent view of the massive Baía de Todos os Santos.
The right side is ideal for travelers who enjoy the tranquility of the open ocean and the intricate patterns of the coastline's reefs. It is particularly beautiful during early morning flights when the sun rises over the Atlantic, though glare can be an issue. On the approach to Salvador (SSA), if the wind dictates a landing from the south, the right side captures the transition from the turquoise sea to the coconut-fringed beaches of the 'Linha Verde'.
Book Hotels in SalvadorDistance: 1,224 km (761 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: SDU (-22.910499572800003, -43.1631011963)
Arrival: SSA (-12.9086112976, -38.3224983215)
Route Type: Domestic
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