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GRU → PFB
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Lauro Kurtz Airport (Passo Fundo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the urban sprawl of São Paulo to the lush, mountainous Serra do Mar and the southern coastline.
São Paulo Megacity
Uninterrupted views of the massive urban density and skyscrapers during the initial climb from GRU.
Serra do Mar
A stunning look at the rugged, forest-covered mountain ranges that separate the plateau from the coast.
Atlantic Horizon
On clear days, the proximity to the coast allows for distant views of the blue South Atlantic Ocean.
Atlantic Forest Biosphere
Aerial perspective of one of the most biodiverse and endangered tropical forests in the world.
Gaucho Highlands
The rolling hills and distinctive 'Coxilhas' topography as the flight enters Rio Grande do Sul.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the sunlight reflecting off the Serra do Mar. This side is also best for seeing the lights of the coast during night flights. Watch for the change in soil color from brown to deep red as you move south.
Guarulhos Logistics
Detailed views of the industrial and logistical infrastructure surrounding the airport complex.
Agribusiness Heartland
Vast geometric patterns of soy and corn plantations across the states of Paraná and Santa Catarina.
Paraná Interior
Aerial views of inland cities and towns that serve as the backbone of Brazil's agricultural economy.
Continental Sunset
Spectacular orange and purple hues over the interior plains if flying in the late afternoon.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset without the harsh glare found on the left. It offers a great perspective on the sheer scale of Brazilian inland agriculture. Pay attention to the massive wind turbines often visible near the border of the southern states.
Distance: 793 km (493 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: PFB (-28.243999, -52.326599)
Route Type: Domestic
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