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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the iconic São Francisco River and a more dramatic perspective of the Ceará coastline and Fortaleza's skyline during the final descent.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Minas Gerais Highlands

The rolling hills and mountainous terrain of the 'Quadrilátero Ferrífero' region in central Minas Gerais.

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São Francisco River

A magnificent view of Brazil's 'River of National Unity' as the flight crosses from MG into the Northeast.

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Sobradinho Reservoir

Depending on the specific flight path, the massive artificial lake formed by the Sobradinho dam may be visible.

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Costa Verde e Curva

The stunning transition from the dry interior to the emerald green waters of the Ceará coast during descent.

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Fortaleza Skyline

A panoramic view of the Beira Mar area and the high-density urban landscape of Fortaleza as you approach FOR.

Choose the right side for the best lighting on morning flights to avoid direct glare. During the descent into Fortaleza, the right side typically offers a better view of the city's famous urban beaches and the Mucuripe lighthouse area.

Left Side Highlights
7.3
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Campinas & Paulínia

Aerial view of the industrial and urban sprawl of the interior of São Paulo state immediately after takeoff.

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Agricultural Heartland

Vast stretches of sugarcane and orange plantations that define the landscape of northern São Paulo.

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Serra da Canastra

The rugged edges of the national park area, home to the source of the São Francisco River.

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Chapada do Araripe

A massive sedimentary plateau on the border of Ceará and Pernambuco with distinct vegetation.

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Caatinga Biome

Unique patterns of the semi-arid interior of Brazil, characterized by white-toned shrubs and dry riverbeds.

The left side is spectacular for sunset views if you are on a late afternoon flight, as the sun sets over the vast interior of the country. Keep an eye out for the distinct red soil of the Araripe region near the border of Ceará.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,330 km (1,448 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 6 min

Departure: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)

Arrival: FOR (-3.776279926300049, -38.53260040283203)

Route Type: Domestic

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