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HAN → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the winding Xijiang River and the dramatic urban expansion of the Pearl River Delta during the descent, along with potential glimpses of the coastline.
Gulf of Tonkin
On clear days, the distant blue horizon of the South China Sea is visible to the south.
Nanning Cityscape
The sprawling capital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, often passed directly or slightly to the south.
Xijiang River
The massive, winding West River which serves as a vital waterway through the hills of Guangdong.
Zhaoqing Star Lake
If the approach path allows, look for the unique limestone crags surrounding the lakes in Zhaoqing.
Pearl River Delta
The incredible urban density of Foshan and Guangzhou as the plane aligns for landing at Baiyun.
CAN Airport Approach
A great view of the massive terminal structures and logistics hubs of Guangzhou Baiyun on final descent.
Choose the right side for the best urban photography. During the afternoon, be prepared for some direct sunlight. The final 20 minutes of the flight are particularly scenic on this side as you fly over the dense network of rivers and cities in the Pearl River Delta.
Hanoi Departure
Aerial view of the sprawling Red River Delta and Hanoi's dense urban core immediately after takeoff.
Northern Vietnam Highlands
Rugged limestone peaks and lush valleys of the Lang Son and Cao Bang provinces near the border.
Guangxi Karst Landscape
Stunning 'sugarloaf' mountain formations that characterize the terrain of southern China.
Friendship Pass
The historic mountainous border crossing point between Vietnam and China visible from high altitude.
Liuzhou Outskirts
Distant views of the industrial and scenic city of Liuzhou nestled among limestone towers.
Sit on the left for a glare-free experience during morning flights, as the sun will be on the opposite side. This side is better for spotting the remote, jagged mountain ranges of inland Guangxi province.
Distance: 808 km (502 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: International
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