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UIO → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (Quito) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Andes' 'Avenue of the Volcanoes' immediately after takeoff, including a stunning perspective of Cotopaxi, followed by the rugged Peruvian peaks and the vast Pantanal wetlands.
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Cotopaxi Volcano
The perfectly symmetrical, snow-capped cone of one of the world's highest active volcanoes.
Peruvian Cordillera
Stunning views of high-altitude glacial lakes and the jagged peaks of the Central Andes.
Santa Cruz de la Sierra
A clear view of the sprawling Bolivian city as the flight path transitions toward the lowlands.
Pantanal Wetlands
The world's largest tropical wetland area, featuring a mosaic of lagoons and flooded grasslands.
Sao Paulo Metropolis
The breathtaking concrete jungle of South America's largest city during the final approach to GRU.
Sit on the right side and behind the wing for an unobstructed view of Cotopaxi within the first 15 minutes of flight. On afternoon flights, the golden hour light over the Pantanal provides incredible photography opportunities. During winter months (June-August), the Andes peaks are often clearer and more snow-covered.
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A massive, glacier-clad stratovolcano visible shortly after departing Quito to the east.
Yasuní Basin
The dense, emerald-green canopy of one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.
Amazon Tributaries
Glistening, winding rivers like the Napo and Putumayo cutting through the jungle floor.
Brazilian Highlands
The transition from the Amazon basin to the undulating plateaus of Mato Grosso.
Paraíba Valley
The industrial and residential corridor connecting Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic horizon as you approach Brazil. This side provides the best view of the Amazon's vastness without the direct glare of the afternoon sun. Watch for the 'meeting of the waters' in smaller river systems below.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 4,308 km (2,677 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 4 min
Departure: UIO (-0.129166666667, -78.3575)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: International
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