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SLZ → FOR
Which side of the plane to sit from Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (Sao Luis) to Pinto Martins International Airport (Fortaleza)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Brazilian coastline, featuring the world-renowned Lençóis Maranhenses dunes and the majestic Parnaíba Delta.
Lençóis Maranhenses
A vast expanse of white sand dunes and seasonal turquoise lagoons, most visible shortly after takeoff from São Luís.
Delta do Parnaíba
The only open-sea delta in the Americas, showcasing a complex network of islands, mangroves, and river branches.
Jericoacoara National Park
Aerial views of the famous fishing village turned tourist hotspot, surrounded by dunes and coastal lagoons.
Ceará Coastline
Stunning vistas of the rugged North Coast, including the beaches of Camocim and Mundau as you approach Fortaleza.
Fortaleza Skyline
Panoramic view of the high-rise buildings along Meireles and Iracema beaches during the final approach.
Sit on the left (seat A) for the best views of the dunes. The lagoons in Lençóis Maranhenses are at their fullest from June to August. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the white sands perfectly without glare.
Baixada Maranhense
An ecologically diverse area of flooded plains and lakes located just south of the departure point.
Serra da Ibiapaba
Distant views of the elevated plateau and mountain range marking the border between Maranhão and Ceará.
Ceará Interior
A look at the 'Sertão' landscape, showing the transition from tropical vegetation to more arid, rural environments.
The right side is better for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun reflecting off the Atlantic. While you miss the dunes, you get a better sense of the scale of the Brazilian interior and the transition between biomes.
Distance: 647 km (402 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: SLZ (-2.585360050201416, -44.23410034179688)
Arrival: FOR (-3.776279926300049, -38.53260040283203)
Route Type: Domestic
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