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HGH → BHY
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Beihai Airport (Beihai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior aerial perspective of the sacred mountain ranges in Hunan and a stunning final approach over the famous Silver Beach of Beihai.
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Qiantang River Estuary
Dramatic views of the massive river mouth and the expanding Hangzhou skyline immediately after departure.
Wuyi Mountains
The lush, green peaks of the Wuyi range provide a textured landscape as the flight crosses the border of Zhejiang and Jiangxi.
Mount Heng (Nanyue)
One of the Five Great Mountains of China, visible as a prominent cluster of peaks while flying over central Hunan province.
Beihai Silver Beach
The sparkling white sands of China's 'Hawaii' are often clearly visible during the descent into Beihai Airport.
Weizhou Island
On clear days, the volcanic contours of China's youngest volcanic island can be spotted in the Gulf of Tonkin.
Book a window seat on the left for the best coastal views. Morning flights are highly recommended to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun. During the final 20 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the turquoise Gulf of Tonkin and the white sands of the coastline.
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Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake appears as a massive, shimmering silver expanse to the northwest during the first half of the journey.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
As the flight enters Guangxi, the iconic 'gumdrop' limestone mountains begin to dot the landscape below.
Hepu Mangroves
Intricate coastal wetland ecosystems and mangrove forests are visible just before touchdown near the airport.
Beihai Industrial Port
A bird's-eye view of the busy shipping lanes and massive logistical infrastructure of the southern Beibu Gulf.
The right side is ideal for geography enthusiasts who want to see the transition from the Yangtze river basin to the karst landscapes of the south. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for photographing the limestone peaks of Guangxi as they cast long shadows.
Book Hotels in BeihaiDistance: 1,473 km (915 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: BHY (21.5394, 109.293999)
Route Type: Domestic
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