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GRU → DOU
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Dourados Airport (Dourados)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Tietê and Paraná river systems and the expansive, geometric agricultural landscapes that define the transition into Mato Grosso do Sul.
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Serra da Cantareira
One of the largest urban forests in the world visible immediately north of the airport during departure.
Tietê River Basin
Follow the course of São Paulo's most famous river as it meanders through the interior towards the west.
Paraná River Crossing
A stunning crossing of the massive Paraná River, often featuring views of large hydroelectric dams and wide floodplains.
Agricultural Patchwork
Perfectly geometric soy, corn, and sugarcane plantations that create a colorful quilt-like pattern on the landscape.
Interior Hubs
Spot the urban centers of Campinas and Bauru as the flight tracks across the heart of the state.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct sun. Keep your camera ready about 40-50 minutes into the flight for the Paraná River crossing, which is the geographic highlight of the trip. The agricultural patterns are most vivid during the harvest seasons in March or August.
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São Paulo Skyline
Aerial view of the massive urban sprawl and skyscrapers of the southern metropolitan area during the initial climb.
Cuesta de Botucatu
Dramatic basaltic cliffs and cuesta formations that mark the transition between the Atlantic Forest and the interior plateau.
Paranapanema River
The winding river and its various reservoirs which serve as a natural border between the states of São Paulo and Paraná.
Terra Roxa Plains
The deep red soil characteristic of the Dourados region becomes visible as you approach the destination airport.
Choose this side if you want to see the density of the capital and the distinctive cliff formations near Botucatu. In the afternoon, this side is shaded, providing better conditions for photography without glare.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 877 km (545 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: DOU (-22.2019, -54.926601)
Route Type: Domestic
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