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HAK → CGD
Which side of the plane to sit from Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou) to Changde Airport (Changde)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for its superior views of the vast Dongting Lake wetland system during the descent and better aerial perspectives of the Haikou coastline upon departure.
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Haikou Waterfront
Clear views of the Haikou Meilan district and the northern coastline of Hainan Island after takeoff.
Zhanjiang Port Area
Views of the industrial shipping lanes and the eastern coastline of the Guangdong province.
Dongting Lake Basin
The massive expanse of China's second-largest freshwater lake, including its intricate network of canals.
High-Speed Rail Arteries
Spot the impressive bridge engineering of the Chinese rail network cutting through the Hunanese hills.
Changde Urban Center
A bird's-eye view of Changde's modern riverfront development and the unique German-style 'Liuye Lake' area.
The right side is essential for viewing Dongting Lake, which is the scenic highlight of the approach to CGD. For morning flights, sit on this side for the best illumination of the water and wetlands, though be mindful of the sun's position.
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Qiongzhou Strait West
The western mouth of the strait where the South China Sea meets the Gulf of Tonkin.
Leizhou Agriculture
Vibrant green and red soil patterns across the agricultural heartland of the Leizhou Peninsula.
Nanling Mountain Range
Rugged, mist-covered peaks that mark the transition from Guangdong into the Hunan province.
Hunan Valley Paddies
A dense mosaic of rice fields and small villages nestled between rolling limestone hills.
Yuan River Bends
Dramatic oxbows and winding curves of the Yuan River as it approaches the city of Changde.
Opt for the left side on late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the inland mountains of Hunan. This side offers a more consistent view of the rural, mountainous topography that characterizes central China's interior.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,006 km (625 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Arrival: CGD (28.9188995361, 111.63999939)
Route Type: Domestic
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