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GRU → RAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo) to Leite Lopes Airport (Ribeirao Preto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more immersive view of the massive São Paulo urban sprawl and the unique ecological transition from Atlantic Forest to the agricultural interior.
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São Paulo North Zone
Expansive views of the dense urban grid and the winding Tietê River immediately after takeoff.
Serra do Japi
A stunning UNESCO biosphere reserve featuring dense Atlantic Forest near the city of Jundiaí.
Campinas Metropolis
Panoramic views of the high-rises and extensive urban infrastructure of one of Brazil's largest inland cities.
Red Soil Interior
The transition to the 'Terra Roxa' region with vast, geometric sugarcane and orange groves near Limeira.
Opt for afternoon flights for the best lighting over the city as the sun moves west. Sit behind the wing to capture the contrast between the green Serra do Japi and the deep red soil of the agricultural fields as you approach the interior.
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Serra da Cantareira
One of the world's largest urban forests bordering the northern edge of the São Paulo capital.
Pedra Grande de Atibaia
A massive granite monolith that stands out against the horizon during the initial climb phase.
Industrial Corridor
Observation of the major logistical and industrial artery along the Anhanguera and Bandeirantes highways.
Interior Reservoirs
Glimpses of various water bodies and dams that supply the surrounding agricultural and urban regions.
Morning flights are ideal for seeing the sun peak over the distant mountains to the east. Keep an eye out for the distinct rock formations of Atibaia roughly 10 minutes after departure if visibility is clear.
Book Hotels in Ribeirao PretoDistance: 289 km (180 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Arrival: RAO (-21.136388778686523, -47.77666854858398)
Route Type: Domestic
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