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AJU → VCP
Which side of the plane to sit from Santa Maria Airport (Aracaju) to Viracopos International Airport (Campinas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most scenic experience, offering a mix of the stunning Sergipe coastline immediately after takeoff and the rolling green peaks of the Serra da Mantiqueira during the descent into São Paulo state.
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Atalaia Coastline
Breathtaking aerial views of the Aracaju beachfront and the estuary of the Sergipe River right after departure.
Costa dos Coqueiros
The beautiful 'Coconut Coast' of northern Bahia, featuring long stretches of white sand and palm trees.
All Saints Bay
On clear days, you can spot the distant silhouette of Salvador and the massive natural bay that surrounds it.
Serra da Mantiqueira
Dramatic mountain ridges that define the border between Minas Gerais and São Paulo, often shrouded in misty clouds.
São José dos Campos
A clear view of this major technological hub and the surrounding Paraíba Valley during the initial descent phase.
For the best photography, choose a seat behind the wing to capture the transition from the turquoise Atlantic to the deep green mountains. On morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so use a polarized filter or wait for afternoon flights to get the best lighting on the landscape.
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The Agreste
View the unique transition zone between the humid coast and the semi-arid interior of the Brazilian Northeast.
Bahian Agriculture
Geometric patterns of massive soy and cotton plantations in the western regions of Bahia and Minas Gerais.
Iron Quadrangle Mines
Huge open-pit iron ore mines in Minas Gerais that appear as deep terracotta-colored scars in the earth.
Jaguari Reservoir
The expansive blue waters of the reservoirs that feed the Greater São Paulo and Campinas regions.
Campinas Urban Sprawl
A panoramic view of the industrial and logistical powerhouse that is Campinas as the plane aligns with Viracopos.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it offers a front-row seat to the sunset over the interior of Brazil. Keep an eye out for the distinct reddish soil of Minas Gerais, which creates a striking contrast with the vegetation below.
Book Hotels in CampinasDistance: 1,711 km (1,063 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: AJU (-10.984000206, -37.0703010559)
Arrival: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)
Route Type: Domestic
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