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RAO → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Leite Lopes Airport (Ribeirao Preto) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side typically offers a more dramatic transition from the sprawling agricultural landscapes of the interior to the dense urban skyline and iconic mountain peaks of the São Paulo metropolitan area.
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Serra do Japi
A beautiful biological reserve near Jundiai featuring high-altitude Atlantic Forest remnants and rocky outcrops.
Pico do Jaragua
The highest point in the city of Sao Paulo, identifiable by its massive television towers and prominent silhouette.
Sao Paulo Megacity
An unparalleled view of the endless sea of skyscrapers that define the northern and central zones of the metropolis.
GRU Final Approach
Excellent views of the airport taxiways and terminals if the aircraft performs a standard western approach.
For the most iconic experience, sit on the right side to capture the sheer scale of Sao Paulo's urban sprawl. Evening flights are particularly spectacular as the city lights stretch to the horizon. Keep an eye out for the Pico do Jaragua shortly after passing Jundiai.
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Terra Roxa Fields
Vibrant red soil typical of the Ribeirao Preto region, covered in vast sugarcane and coffee plantations.
Campinas Horizon
Distal views of one of Brazil's largest interior technological and industrial hubs as you head south.
Serra da Cantareira
One of the world's largest urban forests, providing a lush green contrast just before landing in the concrete jungle.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and for a clear view of the Serra da Cantareira mountain range during the final descent into Guarulhos.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 289 km (180 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: RAO (-21.136388778686523, -47.77666854858398)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: Domestic
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