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SLZ → BSB
Which side of the plane to sit from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (Sao Luis) to Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the São Marcos Bay during departure and the most iconic views of the 'airplane-shaped' urban layout of Brasília and Lake Paranoá during the final descent.
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São Marcos Bay
Expansive views of the coastal estuary surrounding the island of São Luís immediately after takeoff.
Distant Lençóis
On clear days, the white sand dunes of the Maranhenses coast may be visible on the eastern horizon.
Serra da Mesa Reservoir
One of Brazil's largest man-made lakes, featuring deep blue waters and jagged shorelines in northern Goiás.
Lake Paranoá
The artificial lake that curves around the eastern side of the Federal District, marking the arrival in Brasília.
Plano Piloto
The world-famous 'airplane' design of the capital city, best viewed from the left on typical northern approach patterns.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. The descent into BSB is the highlight; look for the JK Bridge—the triple-arched landmark—spanning Lake Paranoá. During the dry season (May to September), expect lower visibility due to haze, but sunsets over the lake are vivid.
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Itaqui Port
A massive deep-water port facility visible to the southwest of the airport during initial climb.
Tocantins River
Aerial view of the massive river system snaking through the transition between the Amazon and the Cerrado.
Cerrado Plateau
Vast stretches of the Brazilian savanna, characterized by ancient rock formations and red soil.
Esplanada
View of the central government axis and Oscar Niemeyer's modernist architectural complexes.
Mané Garrincha Stadium
The massive circular national stadium located near the center of the capital city.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as you will face east, away from the setting sun. During the landing phase, the right side often offers a closer look at the TV Tower and the northern residential sectors (Asa Norte). Watch for the Araguaia river basin to the far west during mid-flight.
Book Hotels in BrasiliaDistance: 1,531 km (951 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: SLZ (-2.585360050201416, -44.23410034179688)
Arrival: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Route Type: Domestic
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