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RAO → BSB
Which side of the plane to sit from Leite Lopes Airport (Ribeirao Preto) to Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (Brasilia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the major river systems and the iconic 'Airplane' layout of Brasília, including the vast Lago Paranoá, during the final approach phase.
Rio Grande Crossing
Dramatic views of the massive river border between São Paulo and Minas Gerais states.
Volta Grande Reservoir
Large hydroelectric dam projects featuring deep blue waters contrasting against the red earth.
Corumbá IV Lake
A stunning, winding reservoir seen shortly before entering the Federal District airspace.
Brasília Plano Piloto
The world-famous architectural layout of Oscar Niemeyer and Lúcio Costa, visible as the plane banks for landing.
Lago Paranoá
The massive man-made lake surrounding the capital, often offering views of the Juscelino Kubitschek Bridge.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. During the approach to BSB, this side typically provides the clearest view of the city's unique shape and the Esplanada dos Ministérios.
Ribeirão Preto Departure
Aerial view of the 'California of Brazil' with its dense urban center and sprawling agricultural industries.
Sugarcane Carpets
Expansive green and gold mosaics of the interior's agricultural heartland, showcasing the region's productivity.
Cerrado Landscapes
The transition into the Brazilian Savannah, characterized by twisted trees and unique plateau formations.
Uberlândia Vicinity
Mid-flight views of the largest city in the Triângulo Mineiro region located to the west of the flight path.
Sit on this side for sunset flights to catch the golden hour over the plateau. Keep an eye out for the reddish hues of the soil which define the regional landscape.
Distance: 586 km (364 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: RAO (-21.136388778686523, -47.77666854858398)
Arrival: BSB (-15.86916732788086, -47.92083358764648)
Route Type: Domestic
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