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VCP → RVD
Which side of the plane to sit from Viracopos International Airport (Campinas) to General Leite de Castro Airport (Rio Verde)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the sprawling agricultural heartland of São Paulo and the dramatic crossing of the Grande River into Goiás.
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Campinas Skyline
A clear view of the dense urban center of Campinas immediately following departure from Viracopos.
Ribeirão Preto
Usually visible mid-flight, this major urban hub stands out against the surrounding red-earth agricultural fields.
Rio Grande Border
The massive water boundary between São Paulo and the Triângulo Mineiro/Goiás region, often featuring large hydroelectric reservoirs.
Agribusiness Hubs
As you descend, witness the massive silos and logistics centers that make Rio Verde a global grain powerhouse.
Rio Verde City
Standard approach patterns frequently bank right, providing an excellent aerial view of the city center before landing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the landscape illuminated by the rising sun. It offers better views of the major cities along the route. For the landing in RVD, the right side typically offers a more comprehensive view of the urban sprawl and the massive industrial soy processing plants.
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Paulínia Industrial Complex
Shortly after takeoff, view one of Brazil's largest petrochemical hubs with its intricate network of refineries.
Sugarcane Mosaic
Endless patterns of lime-green sugarcane fields that define the landscape of the São Paulo interior.
Tietê River Tributaries
Glittering serpentine rivers that feed into the massive Paraná basin system.
Western Horizon
On late afternoon flights, this side provides a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets over the plateau.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to enjoy the 'Golden Hour' lighting over the Cerrado. It is also the best side to avoid direct morning glare when flying north-northwest. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from red soil to the darker earth of the high plateaus.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 699 km (434 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min
Departure: VCP (-23.0074005127, -47.1344985962)
Arrival: RVD (-17.8347225189209, -50.95611190795898)
Route Type: Domestic
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