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GRU → CCS
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the deep Amazon basin and the majestic Tepui formations of the Gran Sabana upon entering Venezuelan airspace.
Sao Paulo Urban Jungle
A breathtaking view of the infinite skyscrapers and urban density of Sao Paulo right after departure.
Amazon Rainforest Canopy
A vast expanse of emerald green forest stretching to the western horizon for several hours.
Upper Xingu River
Deeply meandering river paths cutting through indigenous territories in central Brazil.
Gran Sabana Tepuis
Unique flat-topped mountains appearing as you cross from Brazil into southern Venezuela.
Avila National Park
The dramatic green mountain wall that guards the city of Caracas as you begin your final approach.
Choose the left side for midday flights to maximize visibility of the forest floor. During the northern winter months, the air is clearer over the Amazon, providing sharp views of the isolated Tepui mountains. Keep an eye out for the transition from the dense jungle to the high-altitude savannas of Bolivar State.
Cerrado Highlands
The diverse tropical savanna ecoregion of central Brazil characterized by unique vegetation patterns.
Rio Negro Basin
The dark, tea-colored waters of the Rio Negro contrast with the surrounding landscape near the equator.
Guri Reservoir
One of the largest man-made lakes in the world, visible as a massive blue expanse in eastern Venezuela.
Orinoco River
The intricate network of waterways where the Orinoco river meets the interior plains.
Caribbean Coastline
The turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea appearing just before the descent into Maiquetia.
The right side is perfect for morning departures to catch the sunrise over the Brazilian interior. It offers better views of the massive hydroelectric projects in Venezuela, like the Guri Dam. As you approach Caracas, the right side often catches a glimpse of the coastline before the plane turns for its final landing sequence.
Distance: 4,394 km (2,730 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 10 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Route Type: International
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