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CAN → NAY
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers an exceptional perspective of China's vertical geography, including clear views of the Canton Tower upon departure, the dramatic Nanling mountain ranges, and direct crossings over the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers.
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Guangzhou Skyscrapers
Aerial view of the Canton Tower and the Zhujiang New Town financial district shortly after takeoff.
Nanling Mountains
Rugged, lush green mountain ridges that form the natural boundary between Guangdong and central China.
Yangtze River
A spectacular crossing of Asia's longest river, typically visible near the Wuhan metropolitan area.
The Yellow River
The distinct, silt-heavy 'Mother River' of China winding through the North China Plain.
Taihang Mountains
The jagged eastern edge of the Loess Plateau visible in the distance during the descent into Beijing.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the landscape to the west. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for Guangzhou's skyline and again roughly 70 minutes into the flight for the Yangtze River crossing. In winter, look for snow-dusted peaks in the Nanling range.
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Pearl River Delta Sprawl
The massive, interconnected urban landscape of Dongguan and Shenzhen visible to the southeast.
Poyang Lake
Views of China's largest freshwater lake and its surrounding wetlands in Jiangxi Province.
Dabie Mountains
Scenic, forested peaks that serve as a major watershed between the Yangtze and Huai rivers.
Central Plains Agriculture
A vast 'quilt' of geometric agricultural fields stretching across Henan and Hebei provinces.
Beijing Daxing Airport
The iconic 'starfish' shape of the new Daxing International Airport is often visible during the final approach to Nanyuan.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. Watch for the glittering surface of Poyang Lake midway through the trip. During the descent, look specifically for the orange-roofed Daxing Airport, which is one of the world's largest architectural landmarks.
Book Hotels in BeijingDistance: 1,846 km (1,147 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 28 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)
Route Type: Domestic
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