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Which side of the plane to sit from Xingyi Airport (Xingyi) to Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most dramatic views of Guizhou's iconic karst topography, including the spectacular Forest of Ten Thousand Peaks and the vast Red Maple Lake during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
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Maling River Canyon

A massive earth fissure visible immediately after takeoff from Xingyi, looking like a giant scar on the landscape.

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Wanfenglin Peaks

The 'Forest of Ten Thousand Peaks' provides a surreal landscape of thousands of limestone cones stretching to the horizon.

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Beipan River Gorges

Deep vertical canyons where some of the world's highest bridges span the void between mountain plateaus.

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Hongfeng Lake

Known as Red Maple Lake, this expansive reservoir with its numerous islands marks the final approach phase into Guiyang.

Book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the karst formations. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff; the Maling River Canyon appears quickly. In winter, look for low-lying fog trapped between the peaks, creating a sea of clouds effect.

Right Side Highlights
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Zhenfeng Peaks

Unique karst formations including the 'Double Breast Peaks' located south of the main flight corridor.

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Huangguoshu Region

The general area of Asia's largest waterfall; while the falls themselves are hard to spot, the surrounding river system is clear.

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Huaxi Wetland Park

Lush green corridors and scenic waterways located on the southern fringes of Guiyang during the landing sequence.

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Guiyang Suburban Expansion

Observe the impressive civil engineering as Guiyang's high-rises and highways are carved into the rugged mountain terrain.

The right side is excellent for seeing the sheer density of Guizhou's mountain villages. During the summer monsoon season, look for high-altitude cumulus clouds forming over the peaks. The approach to KWE often involves a turn that gives the right side a great view of the city's southern districts.

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Route Information

Distance: 245 km (152 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 25 min

Departure: ACX (25.0863888889, 104.959444444)

Arrival: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)

Route Type: Domestic

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