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CAN → WUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the scenic North River valley, the spectacular Danxia landforms, and the extensive river systems of Hunan and Hubei, culminating in a grand view of the Yangtze River.
Danxia Landforms
Striking red sandstone cliffs and unique rock formations near Shaoguan shortly after takeoff.
Xiang River
The meandering path of Hunan's largest river as it flows northward toward the Yangtze.
Changsha Skyline
A bird's-eye view of the capital of Hunan, including its modern skyscrapers and the famous Orange Isle.
Dongting Lake Basin
The vast wetlands and agricultural plains surrounding China's second-largest freshwater lake.
Yangtze River Crossing
An iconic view of the massive Yangtze River and its numerous bridges just before landing at WUH.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look out for the UNESCO-listed Danxia mountains within the first 20 minutes of flight. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes for the breathtaking Yangtze River crossing and Wuhan city view.
Nanling Mountains
Rugged karst peaks and dense forests marking the natural border between Guangdong and Hunan provinces.
Mount Heng
One of the Five Sacred Mountains of China, visible as a prominent ridge in central Hunan.
Hengyang City
A major transport hub in Hunan situated along the upper reaches of the Xiang River.
Hunan Farmlands
A patchwork of rice paddies and rural villages characteristic of the fertile central China plains.
Choose a window seat on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Hunanese highlands. This side also offers clear views of the western outskirts of Wuhan during the final descent into WUH if the approach is from the south.
Distance: 827 km (514 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Route Type: Domestic
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