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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the major river systems and massive reservoirs that delineate the state borders, along with more dramatic terrain as you approach the Mantiqueira foothills near Campinas.

Left Side Highlights
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Rio Paranaíba Crossing

Aerial view of the massive river that marks the boundary between the states of Goiás and Minas Gerais.

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Água Vermelha Reservoir

Expansive views of the deep blue waters and intricate shorelines of this major hydroelectric dam system.

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Triângulo Mineiro Borders

The lush, high-altitude plateaus of the Minas Gerais panhandle featuring structured agricultural patterns.

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Ribeirão Preto Skyline

Visuals of one of São Paulo's most significant inland urban centers and its surrounding sugarcane fields.

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Serra da Mantiqueira Peaks

In the distance, the rugged blue silhouettes of the Mantiqueira mountain range become visible during the descent.

Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy illuminated landscapes without the sun's glare. This side provides the best view of the Água Vermelha dam shortly after reaching cruising altitude. During the final descent into VCP, keep an eye out for the sprawling industrial parks of the Campinas metropolitan area.

Right Side Highlights
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Goiás Agribusiness Heart

Stunning geometric patterns of the massive soy and corn plantations surrounding Rio Verde.

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São José do Rio Preto

A clear view of the urban grid and transit hubs of this major northern São Paulo hub.

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Atlantic Forest Pockets

Occasional patches of preserved native forest contrasting with the surrounding agricultural land.

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Western Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the sunset over the vast interior plains of Brazil on late afternoon flights.

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VCP Approach Path

Views of the suburban sprawl of Indaiatuba and the modern infrastructure of Viracopos Airport during final approach.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Brazilian cerrado. It offers a broader view of the vast 'sea of soy' that defines the region's economy. During the approach to VCP, you will likely see the Rodovia dos Bandeirantes, one of Brazil's most modern highways.

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Route Information

Distance: 699 km (434 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min

Departure: RVD (-17.8347225189209, -50.95611190795898)

Arrival: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)

Route Type: Domestic

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