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RVD → VCP
Which side of the plane to sit from General Leite de Castro Airport (Rio Verde) to Viracopos International Airport (Campinas)?
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.
Rio Paranaíba Crossing
Aerial view of the massive river that marks the boundary between the states of Goiás and Minas Gerais.
Água Vermelha Reservoir
Expansive views of the deep blue waters and intricate shorelines of this major hydroelectric dam system.
Triângulo Mineiro Borders
The lush, high-altitude plateaus of the Minas Gerais panhandle featuring structured agricultural patterns.
Ribeirão Preto Skyline
Visuals of one of São Paulo's most significant inland urban centers and its surrounding sugarcane fields.
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.
Goiás Agribusiness Heart
Stunning geometric patterns of the massive soy and corn plantations surrounding Rio Verde.
São José do Rio Preto
A clear view of the urban grid and transit hubs of this major northern São Paulo hub.
Atlantic Forest Pockets
Occasional patches of preserved native forest contrasting with the surrounding agricultural land.
Western Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the sunset over the vast interior plains of Brazil on late afternoon flights.
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.
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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