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JDO → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Orlando Bezerra de Menezes Airport (Juazeiro Do Norte) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is preferred for its views of the rugged Serra do Espinhaço range in Minas Gerais and the scenic approach over the Atlantic Forest and the São Paulo metropolitan area.
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Chapada Diamantina
Distant glimpses of the iconic flat-top plateaus and deep canyons of Bahia.
Serra do Espinhaço
The long, rocky spine of Minas Gerais, recognized by UNESCO for its unique biodiversity.
Belo Horizonte
Aerial views of the sprawling urban landscape of the Minas Gerais capital and its surrounding mountains.
Atlantic Forest Biome
Dense, lush green canopies of the Serra do Mar as the flight begins its descent into the state of São Paulo.
São Paulo Skyline
A sweeping panorama of the world's 4th largest city by population during the final approach.
Book a morning flight to ensure the sun is on the opposite side of the aircraft, preventing glare. This side is particularly spectacular during the landing sequence at GRU, as it often provides a clear view of the city's vast northern suburbs and the Cantareira mountain range.
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Northeastern Sertão
The stark, beautiful geometric patterns of the semi-arid landscape shortly after takeoff from Juazeiro.
São Francisco River
The 'Old Chico' river serves as a massive blue lifeline through the dry interior regions.
Três Marias Reservoir
A massive, deep-blue man-made lake on the São Francisco River, clearly visible from cruising altitude.
Agricultural Heartlands
The transition into the highly productive coffee and sugarcane fields of the Triângulo Mineiro.
Serra da Mantiqueira
Views of the high-altitude cloud forests and peaks that define the border between MG and SP.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Brazilian highlands. Keep your window shade open during the mid-flight over Minas Gerais to spot the numerous hydroelectric dams and vast farming estates that power the Brazilian economy.
Book Hotels in Sao PauloDistance: 1,960 km (1,218 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: JDO (-7.21895980835, -39.2700996399)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: Domestic
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