Foz Do Iguacu to Sao Paulo flight path: IGU to GRU

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Foz Do Iguacu to Sao Paulo. The right side wins because it captures Iguazu Falls, one of the most visually spectacular natural landmarks in South America, during the departure sequence, while the cruise phase over flat interior farmland offers little scenery on either side. The left side's São Paulo skyline at landing is a solid urban view but doesn't match the drama of the falls.

During takeoff from Cataratas International (IGU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing IGU, the turn onto course for GRU swings the right side of the aircraft toward Iguazu Falls and the confluence of the Iguazu and Paraná Rivers at the Brazil-Argentina-Paraguay tri-border. This is a rare case of a world-famous natural landmark being visible within the first few minutes of climb-out. Notable sights include: Iguazu Falls, Iguazu River gorge, Paraná River, tri-border confluence of Brazil/Argentina/Paraguay.

When landing at Guarulhos (GRU), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the descent into GRU from the southwest, the approach path curves past the southern edge of São Paulo before lining up on final, keeping the city's dense skyline and the Tietê River valley visible on the left side of the aircraft. It's a strong urban view, though not as dramatic as the falls seen at departure. Notable sights include: São Paulo skyline, Tietê River, Serra da Cantareira hills, Marginal Tietê expressway corridor.

The flight from Cataratas International (IGU) to Guarulhos (GRU) takes 1h 35m.

The cruise track crosses the flat agricultural plateau of Paraná and western São Paulo states, with occasional views of the Paranapanema River and patchwork farmland; no major mountains or coastline are crossed on this inland route.