To IGU?
Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
On approach from the southeast, the left side offers views of the winding Iguaçu River and the iconic waterfalls before the plane aligns with the runway.
On approach from the southeast, the left side offers views of the winding Iguaçu River and the iconic waterfalls before the plane aligns with the runway.
The right side of the aircraft offers a significantly higher chance of witnessing the spectacular Iguaçu Falls and the massive Itaipu Dam during the descent into Foz do Iguaçu, alongside views of the Serra Gaúcha mountains early in the flight.
The left side offers the most iconic views of the route, specifically the potential to see the Iguazu Falls during the final approach into Foz do Iguacu, depending on the wind direction and landing pattern.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic sight of the trip—the Iguazu Falls—during the final approach into IGU, as well as the southern landmarks of Sao Paulo during takeoff.
The right side provides a superior sequence of views, starting with the snow-capped southern Andes and ending with a high-probability sighting of the Iguazu Falls and the Itaipu Dam during the descent into Foz do Iguaçu.
The right side offers a superior perspective of Curitiba's dense skyline upon departure and the massive scale of the Itaipu Dam and reservoir during the approach into Foz do Iguaçu.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the highest probability of viewing the Iguaçu Falls during the final approach, alongside beautiful vistas of the Paranapanema River and the Serra do Mar.
The left side offers the most iconic views during both departure and arrival. Departing GIG, you frequently get a panoramic look at Rio's coastline and landmarks, while the approach into IGU often provides the best angle for spotting the Iguaçu Falls.