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CAN → TNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Yaoqiang Airport (Jinan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of China's largest freshwater lake and a spectacular approach over the sacred Mount Tai during the descent into Jinan.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, featuring intricate wetlands and seasonal water level variations.
Lushan National Park
The iconic mist-shrouded peaks near Jiujiang, famous for their poetic beauty and historical villas.
Yangtze River Delta Edge
A bird's-eye view of the massive Yangtze River bridges and the bustling shipping traffic below.
Mount Tai (Tai Shan)
The most sacred of the Five Great Mountains of China, visible as a massive granite massif during the descent.
The right side is essential for viewing Mount Tai; look out for it about 15-20 minutes before touchdown. Morning flights provide the best illumination for Poyang Lake. During winter, look for migratory birds over the lake wetlands if the altitude is low enough.
Nanling Mountains
Rugged peaks and dense forests marking the natural border between Guangdong and Hunan provinces.
Wuhan Urban Area
A sprawling view of the triple cities of Wuhan and the confluence of the Yangtze and Han rivers.
Central Plains
The vast, patterned agricultural landscape of Henan province, known as the cradle of Chinese civilization.
Yellow River Crossing
A distinct view of the sediment-heavy, golden waters of the Huanghe as it flows toward the Bohai Sea.
Sit on the left for sunset views on late afternoon flights. Keep an eye out for the distinct yellow hue of the Yellow River approximately 30-40 minutes before landing. Use a window seat behind the wing to avoid engine glare when photographing the Central Plains.
Distance: 1,543 km (959 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)
Route Type: Domestic
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