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CAN → JIQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Qianjiang Wulingshan Airport (Qianjiang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the winding Xiang River in Hunan and the dramatic transition into the dense, jagged ridges of the Wuling Mountain range during the descent into Qianjiang.
Northern Guangzhou
Panoramic views of Baiyun District and the expanding skyline of northern Guangzhou during climb.
Xiang River Valley
The massive waterway of the Xiang River winding through the fertile plains of central Hunan.
Wulingshan Forests
Lush, high-altitude sub-tropical forests covering the peaks near the Chongqing border.
Enshi Cliffs
Distant but striking views of the steep canyons and jagged cliffs bordering the Enshi region.
This side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight as the descent into JIQ offers close-up views of the rugged mountain ridges that characterize the Qianjiang area.
Pearl River Delta
Dense urban sprawl of western Guangzhou and Foshan immediately after takeoff.
Nanling Mountains
The natural mountainous border between Guangdong and Hunan provinces featuring deep green ridges.
Karst Topography
Unique limestone tower formations visible as the flight enters the rugged terrain of western Hunan.
Wuling Mist
Low-lying clouds often trapped in the deep valleys of the Wuling region creating a mystical atmosphere.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the karst landscape. This side is particularly scenic during sunset flights as the light hits the limestone peaks from the west.
Distance: 813 km (505 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: JIQ (29.5133333333, 108.831111111)
Route Type: Domestic
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