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VIX → SDU
Which side of the plane to sit from Eurico de Aguiar Salles Airport (Vitoria) to Santos Dumont Airport (Rio De Janeiro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a world-class approach into Rio de Janeiro, featuring unmatched views of Christ the Redeemer and the iconic mountain skyline as the plane descends into Guanabara Bay.
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Convento da Penha
Look down immediately after takeoff from Vitoria to see the historic monastery atop a cliff in Vila Velha.
Serra do Mar
The lush, green coastal mountain range that parallels the flight path for most of the journey.
Christ the Redeemer
On the SDU approach, the statue of Corcovado appears prominently against the mountain backdrop.
Sugarloaf Mountain
The plane flies incredibly close to the Pão de Açúcar during the curved approach into the airport.
Rio-Niterói Bridge
The massive bridge connecting the two cities is visible just before the wheels touch the tarmac.
The right side is essential for the 'scenic route' into SDU. Book a window seat away from the wing for an unobstructed view of Rio's landmarks. The best lighting occurs in the late afternoon (Golden Hour), when the sun illuminates the mountains and the Christ statue. Be ready with your camera as the approach into SDU is fast and visually spectacular.
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Região dos Lagos
View the stunning turquoise waters and white sand dunes of Cabo Frio and Arraial do Cabo.
Atlantic Coastline
The rugged shoreline of the state of Rio de Janeiro meeting the deep blue of the South Atlantic.
Guanabara Bay Entrance
Islands such as Ilha Rasa and the historic fortresses guarding the entrance to the bay.
Niterói MAC
The Oscar Niemeyer-designed Museum of Contemporary Art resembles a flying saucer on the cliffside.
Sit on the left for a serene view of the coastline and the vast Atlantic Ocean. This side is particularly beautiful during sunrise flights as the sun reflects off the water. While you miss the main landmarks, you get a great view of the Niterói skyline and the bridge during the final moments of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 419 km (260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: VIX (-20.258057, -40.286388)
Arrival: SDU (-22.910499572800003, -43.1631011963)
Route Type: Domestic
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