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CNF → VCP
Which side of the plane to sit from Tancredo Neves International Airport (Belo Horizonte) to Viracopos International Airport (Campinas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Serra da Mantiqueira mountain range and the dramatic urban sprawl of Belo Horizonte shortly after takeoff.
Belo Horizonte Skyline
Excellent views of the Minas Gerais capital and the iconic Serra do Curral mountain range framing the city south of the airport.
Serra da Mantiqueira
Fly over the jagged peaks and deep green valleys of one of Brazil's highest mountain ranges, often shrouded in morning mist.
Paraíba Valley Reservoirs
Glimpse the network of rivers and small dams that feed the agricultural and industrial heartland between Minas and São Paulo.
Campinas Metropolitan Area
A clear view of the dense urban center of Campinas and its surrounding technological hubs during the final descent into VCP.
Morning flights are ideal for the left side to avoid the harsh afternoon glare from the west. Look for the Pedra do Baú rock formation if the flight path tracks slightly east. Use a wide-angle lens for the sprawling mountain views shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Betim Industrial Hub
Observe the massive industrial parks and automotive plants located in the metropolitan region of Belo Horizonte.
Poços de Caldas Caldera
To the west, you can often spot the unique circular geological formation of the ancient volcanic plateau near the border of the two states.
São Paulo Agribusiness
Expansive views of organized sugarcane and coffee plantations forming a patchwork quilt of greens and browns across the landscape.
Viracopos Logistics
Get a great view of the massive cargo terminals and the sprawling infrastructure of the VCP airport complex just before touchdown.
Late afternoon flights provide a beautiful golden hour glow over the interior plateaus. Watch for the glisten of small rural reservoirs and the distinctive circular geometry of the Poços de Caldas plateau on clear days. The right side is better for spotting other aircraft on the busy interior flight corridors.
Distance: 499 km (310 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: CNF (-19.62444305419922, -43.97194290161133)
Arrival: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)
Route Type: Domestic
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