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CAN β HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of the dense urban corridor connecting Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen, including the world-famous skylines of the Pearl River Delta.
Guangzhou Urban Core
Visible shortly after takeoff, spot the Canton Tower and the high-rises of the Zhujiang New Town business district.
Dongguan Industrial Hub
Witness the sheer scale of the 'World's Factory' with sprawling manufacturing complexes and dense residential blocks.
Shenzhen Skyline
Look for the needle-like Ping An Finance Centre and the modern skyscrapers that define Shenzhen's rapid ascent.
Deep Bay Wetlands
Observe the ecological contrast of the Mai Po marshes against the high-density border of Shenzhen.
Lion Rock & Kowloon
On final approach into HKG, the rugged hills of the New Territories and the sprawl of Kowloon are visible.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is superior for observing the sheer urban density of the PRD megalopolis. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff as the climb is steep and the transit to Shenzhen territory is very fast.
Nansha Port
See one of the world's busiest container ports at the geographic center of the Pearl River Delta.
HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
A magnificent view of the 55km sea-crossing bridge, including its artificial islands and tunnel sections.
Macau Silhouette
On clear days, the distinct skyline of Macau, featuring the Grand Lisboa and Macau Tower, is visible to the southwest.
Estuary Maritime Traffic
Watch the high-speed ferries and massive cargo ships navigating the waters of the Pearl River Estuary.
Tian Tan Buddha
During the descent into HKG, you can often spot the 'Big Buddha' statue perched on the hills of Lantau Island.
Choose the right side for late afternoon or sunset flights to catch the golden light reflecting off the estuary and the HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. If the flight lands from the west (Runway 07), the views of Lantau Island's peaks and the airport's reclamation project are spectacular.
Distance: 136 km (85 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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