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GVR → PLU
Which side of the plane to sit from Coronel Altino Machado de Oliveira Airport (Governador Valadares) to Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (Belo Horizonte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Pampulha architectural circuit and the Mineirão stadium upon final descent, along with expansive views of the Serra do Cipó foothills during the cruise.
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Serra do Cipó National Park
Distant but majestic views of the rugged quartzite peaks and canyons that define this geological wonder.
Lagoa da Pampulha
The centerpiece of the approach; the man-made lagoon is surrounded by Oscar Niemeyer's early modernist masterpieces.
Mineirão Stadium
A bird's-eye view of one of Brazil's most famous football cathedrals, located right next to the lagoon.
Church of Saint Francis of Assisi
The iconic curved blue church designed by Niemeyer is clearly visible just before touchdown.
The right side is essential for the 'Pampulha Experience.' As PLU is located inside the city, the approach is low and scenic. Try to book a flight arriving in the late afternoon for golden hour lighting over the lagoon, which makes the white modernist architecture pop against the water.
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Pico da Ibituruna
Visible immediately after takeoff from GVR, this massive granite monolith is the symbol of Governador Valadares.
Rio Doce Valley
Broad views of the winding Rio Doce as the plane climbs and turns toward the southwest.
Serra da Piedade
On clear days, the sanctuary atop this mountain peak can be spotted as you approach the Belo Horizonte metropolitan area.
Belo Horizonte Skyline
A dense urban forest of skyscrapers appearing on the horizon as the flight nears its destination.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to get the best look at the Pico da Ibituruna during departure. This side is also better for spotting the Serra do Curral mountain range that borders the south of Belo Horizonte during the final approach phase.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 232 km (144 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: GVR (-18.89520072937, -41.982200622559)
Arrival: PLU (-19.85120010375977, -43.95059967041016)
Route Type: Domestic
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