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GYN → RAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Santa Genoveva Airport (Goiania) to Leite Lopes Airport (Ribeirao Preto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the massive Itumbiara Reservoir and the transition into the productive agricultural heartlands of the Triângulo Mineiro and northern São Paulo.
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Goiânia Metropolis
View the sprawling urban layout and high-rises of the Goiás state capital immediately after takeoff.
Itumbiara Reservoir
A massive blue expanse of the Paranaíba River, serving as a landmark border between Goiás and Minas Gerais.
Triângulo Mineiro
Vast agricultural estates and the outskirts of major hubs like Uberlândia visible in the distance.
Rio Grande Crossing
The wide, meandering river that defines the border between the states of Minas Gerais and São Paulo.
Opt for an early morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the red soil and green crops. Keep an eye out for the massive hydroelectric dams that dot the river systems along this route. During the rainy season (Nov-Mar), the reservoirs are at their fullest and most photogenic.
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Cerrado Biome
Aerial perspective of the unique Brazilian savanna landscape interspersed with modern monoculture.
Southwestern Sunsets
Stunning golden hour views over the horizon if flying on the late afternoon departures.
Sugarcane Sea
The landscape transforms into endless waves of green as you enter the Ribeirão Preto sugar and ethanol hub.
Ribeirão Approach
Final descent provides a close-up of the dense skyline and urban parks of Ribeirão Preto.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the interior of Brazil. As you approach RAO, look for the 'California Brasileira' landscape, characterized by intensive sugarcane and coffee plantations. Sit toward the front or rear to avoid the wing blocking the view of the vast agricultural grids.
Book Hotels in Ribeirao PretoDistance: 523 km (325 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: GYN (-16.631999969482422, -49.22069931030274)
Arrival: RAO (-21.136388778686523, -47.77666854858398)
Route Type: Domestic
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