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VCP → JDO
Which side of the plane to sit from Viracopos International Airport (Campinas) to Orlando Bezerra de Menezes Airport (Juazeiro Do Norte)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a prime view of the São Francisco River crossing and the most dramatic approach toward the Chapada do Araripe plateau.
Minas Gerais Highlands
Rolling hills and ancient rock formations of the central Minas Gerais plateau shortly after takeoff.
Três Marias Reservoir
The massive expanse of the artificial lake formed by the damming of the São Francisco River.
Rio São Francisco
The 'River of National Integration' carving a green path through the dry northeastern landscape.
Chapada do Araripe
The iconic, flat-topped mesa that signals your arrival in the Cariri region of Ceará.
Juazeiro do Norte Urban View
Final approach views of the city, often allowing a distant glimpse of the Padre Cícero statue on the hill.
The right side is essential for seeing the São Francisco River, which is the most significant landmark on this route. For morning flights, the lighting on the Chapada do Araripe's cliffs is spectacular. During the descent into JDO, the right side typically offers the best angle of the dramatic escarpment that defines the southern border of Ceará.
Campinas Metropolitan Area
Aerial perspective of the high-tech industrial hubs and suburban sprawl surrounding Viracopos during initial climb.
Paulista Agribusiness
Expansive views of sugar cane and citrus plantations that dominate the landscape of Northern São Paulo state.
Rio Grande Crossing
A glimpse of the wide river marking the border between the states of São Paulo and Minas Gerais.
Bahian Sertão
The transition into the semi-arid interior, characterized by the unique silver-grey hues of the Caatinga vegetation.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the vast Brazilian interior. Look for the distinct change in soil color from the deep red of São Paulo to the lighter, dusty tones of the Sertão. Keep an eye out for small, isolated 'inselbergs' (island mountains) rising abruptly from the flat plains of Bahia.
Distance: 1,947 km (1,210 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)
Arrival: JDO (-7.21895980835, -39.2700996399)
Route Type: Domestic
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