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CAN → KHH
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Kaohsiung International Airport (Kaohsiung)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a consistent view of the Guangdong coastline and the stunning transition to the Central Mountain Range of Taiwan during the descent into Kaohsiung.
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Shenzhen Skyline
A sweeping view of the dense skyscrapers of Shenzhen and the neighboring hills of the New Territories.
Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link
The massive bridge and tunnel infrastructure connecting the two sides of the Pearl River estuary.
Dapeng Peninsula
Scenic coastline with rugged cliffs and secluded beaches along the eastern edge of the Greater Bay Area.
Taiwan Strait
Crossing the blue waters of the strait, often dotted with cargo ships and fishing vessels.
Central Mountain Range
As the plane approaches Taiwan, the high peaks of the island's interior become visible in the distance.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct afternoon sun. You will get a better view of the mountainous interior of Taiwan as you turn for the final approach into KHH. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the rapid urbanization of the Pearl River Delta.
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Wanshan Archipelago
Dozens of small, rocky islands scattered across the South China Sea south of the Pearl River mouth.
Kaohsiung Harbor
A spectacular view of one of the largest container ports in the world during the final descent.
85 Sky Tower
Kaohsiung's iconic skyscraper standing prominently near the waterfront.
Qijin Island
A narrow sandbar island that serves as a natural breakwater for the city's main port.
South China Sea Horizon
Expansive views of the open sea, particularly beautiful during late afternoon 'Golden Hour' flights.
The right side is the best choice for sunset flights, offering a panoramic view of the sun dipping into the sea. During the landing phase, this side provides an intimate look at the massive cargo ships entering Kaohsiung Harbor and the unique layout of Qijin Island.
Book Hotels in KaohsiungDistance: 727 km (452 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: KHH (22.57710075378418, 120.3499984741211)
Route Type: International
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