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JOI → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Lauro Carneiro de Loyola Airport (Joinville) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Atlantic coastline, the Babitonga Bay islands, and the dramatic interface between the Serra do Mar mountains and the sea, culminating in views of the Port of Santos.
Babitonga Bay
Aerial views of the intricate network of islands and mangroves right after takeoff from Joinville.
Ilha do Cardoso
A glimpse of the remote and pristine state park located on the border between Santa Catarina and São Paulo.
Baixada Santista
Panoramic views of the long beach stretches of Peruíbe and Itanhaém.
Port of Santos
The sprawling docks and massive cargo ships entering Latin America's busiest maritime hub.
Coastal Escarpments
Where the mountains drop sharply into the ocean, creating dramatic cliffs and hidden coves.
The right side is the clear winner for coastal scenery. For the best lighting, morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the coastline. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the bay and again about 15 minutes before landing as you pass the Santos area. Be aware that sea mist can occasionally obscure the shore, but the high-altitude views of the islands remain usually clear.
Serra do Mar Range
Continuous views of the rugged, emerald-green mountain peaks that parallel the flight path.
Atlantic Forest
Deep vistas into some of the most preserved stretches of the South American rainforest.
Billings Reservoir
A massive blue expanse of water that signals the approach into the São Paulo metropolitan region.
Interlagos Region
Depending on the approach vector, the famous racing circuit and surrounding neighborhoods are visible.
São Paulo Skyline
The sprawling urban density and skyscrapers of the city emerge as the plane banks toward Guarulhos.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also excellent for seeing the immense scale of the urban landscape as you descend into the SP metro area. Watch for the dramatic cloud banks that often get trapped against the mountains.
Distance: 389 km (242 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: JOI (-26.22450065612793, -48.797401428222656)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: Domestic
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