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HGH → KWE
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an exceptional aerial view of Qiandao Lake shortly after takeoff and offers better lighting conditions for photography as the sun remains on the left side for most of this westward journey.
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Hangzhou Metropolis
A grand view of the Qiantang River and the high-density urban planning of Hangzhou.
Qiandao Lake
The 'Thousand Island Lake' featuring emerald waters and a maze of over a thousand forested islands.
Nanchang & Changsha
Major city clusters along the Gan and Xiang rivers are frequently visible depending on the airway.
Mufu Mountains
Rugged northern peaks that define the border between the Jiangxi and Hubei provinces.
Guiyang Peak Forest
Spectacular views of the 'forest of peaks' karst topography as you approach Longdongbao Airport.
The highlight is Qiandao Lake, appearing roughly 15-20 minutes after takeoff from HGH; sit in a window seat away from the wing for the best view. Since the flight travels west, the right side (facing north) avoids direct sun glare, making it ideal for photography throughout the day. In winter, you might see snow-capped peaks in the northern Guizhou mountains.
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Zhejiang Highlands
Rolling green hills and the famous tea-growing regions of western Zhejiang.
Southern Poyang Lake
Aerial views of the sprawling wetlands and southern basin of China's largest freshwater lake.
Wuling Mountain Range
Dramatic ridgelines and deep valleys as the flight enters the Hunan and Guizhou border region.
Guizhou Karst Plateau
A unique landscape of conical limestone peaks and deep sinkholes visible during the descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights if you prefer to see the landscape illuminated by direct sunlight, but be prepared for potential glare. This side is better for spotting the southern mountain ranges of Jiangxi. During the landing phase at KWE, watch for the intricate highway bridges spanning deep mountain valleys.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,394 km (866 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)
Route Type: Domestic
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