While the takeoff offers good views of the Serra do Mar, the landing approach provides more visually dramatic and iconic scenery—Guanabara Bay and Rio's famous granite peaks are more distinctive and memorable than Curitiba's plateau terrain.
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Flight Path
Curitiba to Rio De Janeiro is 418 miles (673 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Serra do Mar escarpment and descends toward the Atlantic coastal plain. En route, passengers may glimpse the Paraíba do Sul River valley and the transition from inland plateau vegetation to coastal lowlands. The approach to Rio follows the coast northward, with views of smaller beach towns and the gradual emergence of Guanabara Bay's geography.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from CWB
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the escarpment of the Serra do Mar mountain range as the aircraft climbs eastward from Curitiba. This dramatic terrain forms the natural boundary between the plateau and the coastal plain, creating strong visual relief.
Landing at GIG
LEFTLeft-side seats offer views of Guanabara Bay and the dramatic granite peaks of the Serra da Carioca as the aircraft descends toward Galeão. The bay's distinctive shape and the iconic mountain silhouettes dominate the approach corridor.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Afonso Pena (CWB) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim (GIG)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Curitiba to Rio De Janeiro. While the takeoff offers good views of the Serra do Mar, the landing approach provides more visually dramatic and iconic scenery—Guanabara Bay and Rio's famous granite peaks are more distinctive and memorable than Curitiba's plateau terrain.
What can I see during takeoff from Afonso Pena in Curitiba?
During takeoff from Afonso Pena (CWB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the escarpment of the Serra do Mar mountain range as the aircraft climbs eastward from Curitiba. This dramatic terrain forms the natural boundary between the plateau and the coastal plain, creating strong visual relief. Notable sights include: Serra do Mar escarpment, Curitiba urban sprawl to the west, Paraná plateau terrain, Atlantic coastal plain beginning to the east.
What can I see when landing at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim in Rio De Janeiro?
When landing at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim (GIG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of Guanabara Bay and the dramatic granite peaks of the Serra da Carioca as the aircraft descends toward Galeão. The bay's distinctive shape and the iconic mountain silhouettes dominate the approach corridor. Notable sights include: Guanabara Bay with its islands and peninsulas, Serra da Carioca peaks (including Pão de Açúcar and Corcovado), Rio de Janeiro city sprawl along the bay's western shore, Atlantic coastline.
How long is the flight from Curitiba to Rio De Janeiro?
The flight from Afonso Pena (CWB) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim (GIG) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 418 miles (673 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Curitiba to Rio De Janeiro flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Serra do Mar escarpment and descends toward the Atlantic coastal plain. En route, passengers may glimpse the Paraíba do Sul River valley and the transition from inland plateau vegetation to coastal lowlands. The approach to Rio follows the coast northward, with views of smaller beach towns and the gradual emergence of Guanabara Bay's geography.