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RAO → PLU
Which side of the plane to sit from Leite Lopes Airport (Ribeirao Preto) to Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (Belo Horizonte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic 'Serra do Curral' mountain ridge and the dense urban skyline of Belo Horizonte during the final descent into Pampulha.
Rio Grande Crossing
The wide blue ribbon of the Rio Grande, which serves as the natural border between Sao Paulo and Minas Gerais.
Iron Quadrangle
Deep red earth and massive open-pit mines characterizing the mineral-rich landscape near Belo Horizonte.
Serra do Curral
The stunning mountain range that serves as the backdrop to BH, appearing as a massive wall of rock on the right.
Belo Horizonte Skyline
A panoramic view of the 'Garden City' skyscrapers as the plane banks for its final approach into the urban airport.
Inhotim Region
Aerial views of the lush, forested hills near Brumadinho, home to the world-famous open-air art museum.
The right side is essential for the iconic 'Serra do Curral' view. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the western sun. Look for the distinct change from the flat SP plateaus to the corrugated MG mountains roughly 25 minutes into the flight.
Sugarcane Interior
Expansive views of the rich agricultural fields surrounding Ribeirao Preto immediately after takeoff.
Furnas Reservoir
The northern finger of the massive 'Sea of Minas' reservoir, featuring intricate blue water patterns against green hills.
Serra da Canastra
Distant glimpses of the rugged high plateaus that form one of Brazil's most important national parks.
Mineirao Stadium
The iconic modernist soccer stadium and the Pampulha architectural circuit are often visible on the final approach.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to get an unobstructed view of the Pampulha Lagoon. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Furnas Reservoir, as the sun will be behind you.
Distance: 423 km (263 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: RAO (-21.136388778686523, -47.77666854858398)
Arrival: PLU (-19.85120010375977, -43.95059967041016)
Route Type: Domestic
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