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CLV → VCP
Which side of the plane to sit from Nelson Ribeiro Guimarães Airport (Caldas Novas) to Viracopos International Airport (Campinas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the major reservoirs on the Rio Grande and a clearer perspective of the significant urban centers like Ribeirao Preto during the descent into Sao Paulo state.
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Serra de Caldas State Park
Visible immediately after takeoff, showcasing the unique plateau and dense vegetation surrounding the thermal city.
Rio Paranaiba Crossing
The natural border between Goias and Minas Gerais, featuring wide blue channels and lush riverbanks.
Marimbondo Reservoir
One of the massive hydroelectric dams on the Rio Grande, offering stunning reflections and scale.
Ribeirao Preto Skyline
A clear view of the 'California of Brazil' urban sprawl as the flight reaches its descent phase.
Sugarcane Carpets
The geometric beauty of Sao Paulo's agricultural heartland, characterized by deep red soil and vibrant green fields.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. This side provides an excellent vantage point for the industrial and agricultural transition from Minas Gerais into the interior of Sao Paulo. Look out for the 'red earth' (terra roxa) distinct to this region.
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Cerrado Biome
Vast stretches of the Brazilian savanna with its characteristic twisted trees and unique plateau formations.
Itumbiara Dam Region
Distant views of the massive water bodies that power the Triangulo Mineiro region.
Sao Jose do Rio Preto
The distant urban horizon of another major Sao Paulo hub visible during the mid-flight cruise.
West Horizon Views
Exceptional panoramic views of the horizon, especially scenic during late-day departures.
Campinas Industrial Hub
During the final approach into VCP, you will see the dense industrial and logistics clusters of the Viracopos area.
For morning flights, the right side is ideal as it faces away from the sun, allowing for better photography of the Cerrado landscape. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of flight for the intricate highway interchanges near Campinas.
Book Hotels in CampinasDistance: 607 km (377 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: CLV (-17.725299835205, -48.607498168945)
Arrival: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)
Route Type: Domestic
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