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CKG → KWL
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (Guilin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers after takeoff and offers the most dramatic angles of the jagged karst mountain silhouettes during the descent into Guilin.
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Yangtze Confluence
View the dramatic meeting point of the brown Yangtze and green Jialing rivers in the heart of Chongqing.
Wujiang River Gorges
Watch the turquoise waters of the Wujiang River carving through deep limestone canyons in Guizhou.
Fanjingshan Range
Spot the distant peaks of the Wuling Mountains, including the sacred UNESCO site of Fanjingshan on clear days.
Li River Valley
The winding silver ribbon of the Li River begins to appear amidst the mountain clusters on approach.
Karst Forest
A dense 'forest' of limestone peaks stretching to the horizon as the plane descends into Guilin Liangjiang.
For morning flights, the left side is ideal as the sun is positioned on the opposite side, reducing glare for photography. Request a seat ahead of the wing (Rows 5-12) to ensure the engine doesn't obstruct the view of the deep river valleys below.
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Chongqing Bridge City
Count the numerous massive suspension and arch bridges crossing the rivers as the plane climbs.
Dalou Mountains
Fly over the rugged ridges of the Dalou range which marks the border between Chongqing and Guizhou.
Guizhou Terraces
Intricate patterns of terraced rice paddies carved into the steep hillsides of southern China.
Hillside Villages
Isolated mountain settlements and clusters of traditional architecture nestled in the karst depressions.
Guilin Peaks
Excellent views of the isolated limestone towers that surround the Guilin airport perimeter.
The right side is spectacular during late afternoon flights (Golden Hour), as the setting sun illuminates the limestone peaks with a warm orange glow. Keep your camera shutter speed high to capture the sharp textures of the terraced fields below.
Book Hotels in GuilinDistance: 602 km (374 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: KWL (25.21809959411621, 110.03900146484376)
Route Type: Domestic
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