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VVI → GRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Viru Viru International Airport (Santa Cruz) to Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport (Sao Paulo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more scenic perspective of the southern Pantanal's unique wetlands and the lush vegetation along the Tietê River, concluding with a dramatic view of the Cantareira Mountains upon descent.
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Chiquitania Transition
View the unique transition from the dry forests of Santa Cruz to the tropical lowlands.
Pantanal Sul Fringes
Observe the intricate network of lagoons and marshes near the Bolivia-Brazil border.
Campo Grande
The capital of Mato Grosso do Sul is often visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Tietê River Meanders
Watch the historic Tietê River as it snakes through the agricultural heartland of São Paulo state.
Serra da Cantareira
Rugged forested hills that mark the final approach into the northern side of Guarulhos.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare. This side is particularly beautiful during the rainy season (November-March) when the wetlands are full. Look out for the 'Sea of Hills' topography typical of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest as you approach the destination.
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Kaa-Iya del Gran Chaco
One of the world's largest dry tropical forests visible shortly after takeoff from VVI.
Paraná River Crossing
The massive scale of the Paraná River is best appreciated from this side during the border crossing.
Terra Roxa Plateaus
View the distinct reddish-purple soils and vast agricultural grids of northern Paraná and São Paulo states.
Paranapanema Reservoirs
Extensive blue reservoirs formed by hydroelectric dams along the southern state border.
São Paulo Urban Jungle
A dense, endless horizon of skyscrapers and urban sprawl as the plane aligns for the GRU runway.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as you'll have the sun behind you for better photography. Keep an eye out for the reddish soil that characterizes the region's fertile farmland. On the final approach, this side often provides a broader sense of the sheer scale of the São Paulo metropolitan area.
Book Hotels in Sao PauloDistance: 1,849 km (1,149 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 28 min
Departure: VVI (-17.6448, -63.135399)
Arrival: GRU (-23.435556411743164, -46.47305679321289)
Route Type: International
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