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ADD → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most compelling views of the Omani coastline, the diverse river networks of Southeast Asia, and the iconic karst limestone mountains of Southern China during the daylight descent.
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Ethiopian Highlands
Dramatic volcanic plateaus and deep valleys visible immediately after departure from Addis Ababa.
Omani Coastline
The stark contrast between the desert cliffs of the Dhofar region and the deep blue Arabian Sea.
Mumbai Skyline
A high-altitude view of the dense urban peninsula and the bustling ports of India's west coast.
Irrawaddy River
The massive, winding silver ribbon of Myanmar's primary waterway cutting through green floodplains.
South China Karst
The breathtaking 'sugarloaf' limestone peaks characteristic of the Guangxi and Guangdong regions on descent.
Most flights from ADD to CAN are overnight, meaning the first half is dark. The left side is superior for witnessing the sunrise over the Bay of Bengal. For the best views of the Chinese karst landscape, which occurs in the final 90 minutes of the flight, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Seasonal monsoon clouds may obscure views over India from June to September.
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Horn of Africa
The rugged and arid coastline of northern Somalia meeting the Indian Ocean.
Lakshadweep Atolls
Bright turquoise coral rings and white sand banks dotting the deep blue Arabian Sea.
Western Ghats
The verdant, mist-covered mountain range running parallel to India's western coast.
Mekong River
The transboundary river appearing as a shimmering thread as the flight crosses Laos and Thailand.
Pearl River Delta
The sprawling megalopolis of the Greater Bay Area, including views of Foshan and western Guangzhou.
The right side is excellent for viewing tropical island chains in the Indian Ocean. However, during the afternoon arrival in Guangzhou, this side can be subject to intense direct sunlight and glare. If landing from the south, you might catch glimpses of the South China Sea islands, though typical flight paths favor the inland karst views on the left.
Book Hotels in GuangzhouDistance: 8,038 km (4,995 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 27 min
Departure: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: International
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