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CGK → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the isolated Natuna and Paracel Islands' turquoise coral atolls, plus a better angle for the massive Pearl River Delta urbanization on approach.
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Thousand Islands
A beautiful archipelago of over 100 tiny tropical islands scattered just north of the Jakarta coast.
Natuna Islands
Remote Indonesian emerald islands surrounded by vibrant coral reefs in the middle of the South China Sea.
Paracel Islands
Stunning views of the Xisha atolls featuring bright turquoise lagoons that contrast sharply with the deep ocean blue.
Maritime Shipping Lanes
Heavy concentrations of cargo ships and tankers navigating one of the world's busiest maritime trade routes.
Shenzhen & Hong Kong
On a clear day, the massive skylines of the Greater Bay Area are visible as you enter Chinese airspace.
The right side is essential for viewing the Paracel Islands, which are a major highlight of this route. Sit here for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Pacific. On the final descent into Guangzhou, this side often provides a more dramatic view of the high-density urban corridors of Dongguan and Shenzhen.
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Jakarta Skyline
A sweeping view of the Indonesian capital's dense urban landscape and skyscrapers immediately after takeoff.
Bangka Island
Distinctive white sandy coastlines and granite boulders visible as the flight crosses the western Java Sea.
Hainan Coastline
The rugged, mountainous terrain of eastern Hainan Island often appears during the northern descent phase.
Gulf of Tonkin
Expansive views of the western horizon over the sea, particularly stunning during late afternoon flights.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy the golden hour over the Vietnamese coast and Hainan. It is also the better side for viewing the western edges of the Pearl River Delta during the final approach pattern into CAN.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 3,361 km (2,088 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 57 min
Departure: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: International
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