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VCP → JOI
Which side of the plane to sit from Viracopos International Airport (Campinas) to Lauro Carneiro de Loyola Airport (Joinville)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for its sweeping views of the coastline and the stunning Babitonga Bay during the descent into Joinville.
Metropolitan VCP
Views of Campinas and Indaiatuba industrial hubs shortly after takeoff.
Serra do Mar
Dramatic views of the coastal mountain range covered in dense Atlantic Forest.
Curitiba Horizon
The skyline of Paraná's capital is often visible to the east during the cruise phase.
Babitonga Bay
Aerial view of the massive estuary system and islands just before landing.
São Francisco do Sul
The historic port city can be seen across the bay during final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side offers the best perspective of the water features and the complex coastline around Joinville. Watch for the 'sea of clouds' often trapped against the mountains.
Ribeira Valley
One of the largest preserved areas of Atlantic Forest in Brazil.
Pico Paraná
Look for the highest peak in Southern Brazil rising above the surrounding range.
Hydroelectric Reservoirs
Several large dams and water bodies dot the landscape in the highland region.
Highland Plateaus
Traditional Araucaria forest patches visible in the higher elevations of Paraná.
Serra Dona Francisca
The winding mountain road and steep cliffs of the Joinville hinterland.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the inland mountains. It provides a more rugged, wilderness-focused view of the Serra do Mar's highest peaks and deepest valleys.
Distance: 395 km (245 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)
Arrival: JOI (-26.22450065612793, -48.797401428222656)
Route Type: Domestic
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