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GRU → IPN
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Usiminas Airport (Ipatinga)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the urban sprawl of Sao Paulo to the rugged ridges of the Mantiqueira Range, concluding with a clear view of the industrial landscape of the Steel Valley upon approach.
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Paraíba do Sul Valley
View the strategic industrial corridor that connects the states of Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Minas Gerais.
Serra do Mar Ridge
Parallel the Atlantic Forest-covered mountains that separate the interior plateau from the coast.
Rio Doce Basin
Watch the winding path of the Doce River as it snakes through the valley toward the destination.
Usiminas Steel Plant
Get a bird's-eye view of one of the largest industrial complexes in Latin America during the final descent into IPN.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun is behind you, providing better lighting for photography. Pay close attention during the descent into Ipatinga; the scale of the Usiminas industrial facilities is best captured from this side. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from rural hills to the heavy industry of the 'Vale do Aço'.
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Sao Paulo Urban Jungle
Witness the massive density of the Guarulhos and North Sao Paulo metropolitan areas immediately after takeoff.
Serra da Mantiqueira
Fly over the high-altitude peaks and lush green valleys of one of Brazil's most important mountain ranges.
Minas Coffee Plantations
Spot the vast, organized patterns of coffee farms that define the economy of Southern Minas Gerais.
Inland Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side provides spectacular views of the sun setting over the rolling hills of the Brazilian interior.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset. During the climb out of GRU, you will see the northern suburbs of Sao Paulo. As you enter Minas Gerais, look for the 'sea of hills' (mar de morros) which is characteristic of the state's geography.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 604 km (375 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: IPN (-19.470699310302997, -42.487598419189)
Route Type: Domestic
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