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VDC → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Vitória da Conquista Airport (Vitória Da Conquista) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the most dramatic views of the Serra do Espinhaço mountain range and provides a stunning perspective of the Serra da Mantiqueira during the descent into the São Paulo metropolitan area.
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Serra do Espinhaço
The only mountain range in Brazil recognized for its high biodiversity, visible through the heart of Minas Gerais.
Rio Doce Valley
The wide, winding path of the Rio Doce as it cuts through the mountainous terrain of eastern Minas.
Serra da Mantiqueira
Dramatic high-altitude ridges and peaks that mark the border between Minas Gerais and São Paulo.
Cantareira State Park
One of the largest urban forests in the world, appearing as a lush green carpet just before landing at GRU.
Northern São Paulo
Expansive views of the dense urban sprawl of the northern districts of the São Paulo megalopolis.
Book a window seat on the left (usually 'A') for morning flights to see the sunlight hitting the mountain peaks. This side also offers the best angle for the standard landing approach at GRU, where you often bank over the city's green belt. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the rugged Minas Gerais topography.
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Sertão Transition
Observe the transition from the semi-arid landscapes of southern Bahia to the greener interior of Minas.
Industrial Interior
Views of the major industrial and mining hubs that dot the interior plateau of Minas Gerais.
Interior Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the Brazilian interior, perfect for observing cloud formations and late afternoon lighting.
GRU Final Approach
Visuals of the heavy traffic and parallel runway operations common at Brazil's busiest international hub.
The right side (usually 'K' or 'F') is the 'sunset side' for afternoon flights. It provides a better sense of the vastness of the Brazilian interior plateau. During the descent, keep an eye out for other aircraft as GRU frequently uses simultaneous parallel runway arrivals, which can often be spotted from this side.
Book Hotels in Sao PauloDistance: 1,120 km (696 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: VDC (-14.8627996445, -40.8630981445)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: Domestic
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