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CJU → KWJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Jeju International Airport (Cheju) to Gwangju Airport (Kwangju)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Jeju's volcanic landscape including Mt. Hallasan upon departure, followed by a spectacular panorama of the Dadohaehaesang archipelago and the rugged peaks of Mudeungsan during the descent.
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Mount Hallasan
South Korea's highest peak dominates the view immediately after departure from CJU.
Dadohaehaesang National Park
An incredible view of thousands of small, forested islands scattered across the blue sea.
Wando Island
The coastal landscapes of Wando and its bridge connections to the mainland are visible mid-flight.
Mudeungsan National Park
The iconic columnar joints and ridges of Mudeungsan signify the arrival into Gwangju.
The right side is best for morning flights as the sun illuminates the mountains and islands clearly. Keep your window shade up immediately after takeoff to see the volcanic craters (oreums) surrounding Hallasan. During the descent, the transition from the archipelago to the craggy peaks of Mudeungsan is the visual highlight of the trip.
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Jeju West Coast
View the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of Aewol and Hyeopjae shortly after takeoff.
Chuja Islands
A group of remote, rocky islands situated halfway between Jeju and the mainland.
Naju Plain
The expansive agricultural heartland of South Jeolla, famous for its pear orchards.
Yeongsan River
Watch the winding curves of the Yeongsan River as it flows toward the Gwangju metropolitan area.
Sit on the left for sunset flights to catch the golden hour over the Yellow Sea. During the final approach, look for the industrial developments of Naju and the wide river bends. Use a polarizer on your camera to cut through the sea haze often found over the Korea Strait.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 182 km (113 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: CJU (33.51129913330078, 126.49299621582033)
Arrival: KWJ (35.123173, 126.805444)
Route Type: Domestic
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