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LDB → CGH
Which side of the plane to sit from Governador José Richa Airport (Londrina) to Congonhas Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the prime choice for this route, offering an iconic aerial view of the Interlagos Formula 1 circuit and the sprawling reservoirs that border São Paulo's southern edge.
Atlantic Forest
Lush green stretches of the Ribeira Valley and the protected Mata Atlântica biomes.
Billings Reservoir
The massive, branching blue waters of the Billings Reservoir serve as a major landmark on the approach.
Interlagos Circuit
The Autódromo José Carlos Pace is clearly visible during the final minutes of flight when landing from the south.
Urban Canyon
Experience the famous Congonhas landing, flying remarkably close to the rooftops of Moema and Campo Belo.
The right side is superior for the 'classic' Congonhas experience. When the airport is operating on Runway 35 (landing from the South), you will fly directly over Interlagos. Try to book a flight arriving between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM for the best overhead sun position to see the city's details clearly.
Terra Roxa Fields
Observation of the deep red soil characteristic of northern Paraná and southern São Paulo agriculture.
Paranapanema River
Aerial crossing of the wide river that defines the border between the states of Paraná and São Paulo.
Sorocaba Cityscape
Views of the dense urban sprawl of Sorocaba, a major industrial hub in the São Paulo interior.
North São Paulo View
On descent, look for the Cantareira mountain range and the northern residential districts of the megalopolis.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights. This side is also excellent for viewing the sunset on late afternoon departures from Londrina. During the final descent, you may catch a distant glimpse of the iconic Paulista Avenue skyline if the weather is clear.
Distance: 457 km (284 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: LDB (-23.3335990906, -51.1301002502)
Arrival: CGH (-23.626110076904297, -46.65638732910156)
Route Type: Domestic
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