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NAT → VCP
Which side of the plane to sit from Governador Aluízio Alves International Airport (Natal) to Viracopos International Airport (Campinas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior scenic experience, featuring the stunning turquoise coastline of the Brazilian Northeast and the transition into the lush Serra da Mantiqueira mountains during the descent.
Natal Coastline
A breathtaking view of Ponta Negra and the Morro do Careca dune immediately after takeoff.
Costa dos Corais
Visible reef barriers and turquoise waters of the Alagoas and Pernambuco coastlines.
Salvador & All Saints Bay
A distant but expansive view of the Salvador peninsula and the massive bay area.
Serra da Mantiqueira
Rolling green peaks and valleys as the flight enters the state of São Paulo.
Campinas Urban Area
A detailed view of the industrial and residential sprawl of one of Brazil's largest interior cities.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Atlantic coastline with vibrant colors. Keep your camera ready during the first 20 minutes of flight for the best coastal shots. During descent, look for the 'Sea of Hills' typical of the Southeast region.
Potiguar Sertão
The rugged, semi-arid landscape of the Rio Grande do Norte interior with its unique vegetation.
São Francisco River
A magnificent view of Brazil's most important river as it cuts through the dry landscape.
Espinhaço Range
The rocky silhouettes of the Minas Gerais highlands, known for their mineral wealth.
Agricultural Heartland
Geometric patterns of massive sugarcane and citrus plantations in northern São Paulo.
VCP Airport Layout
A great perspective of the Viracopos cargo terminals and runway configuration on final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Brazilian interior. Watch for the 'Velho Chico' river crossing about midway through the flight. This side generally offers less glare during the middle of the day.
Distance: 2,294 km (1,425 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min
Departure: NAT (-5.768056, -35.376111)
Arrival: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)
Route Type: Domestic
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