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HGH → PUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Gimhae International Airport (Busan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more diverse viewing experience, starting with the winding Qiantang River in Hangzhou and concluding with a stunning approach over the islands and river deltas of the South Korean coastline.
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Qiantang River
Visible immediately after takeoff, showcasing the massive waterway that defines the Hangzhou landscape.
Hangzhou CBD
A panoramic view of the modern skyscrapers and urban development along the river banks.
Geoje Island
As the plane enters Korean airspace, the rugged terrain and jagged coastline of this large island appear.
Nakdong River Delta
Intricate patterns of wetlands and agricultural land just before landing at Gimhae Airport.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while heading east. During the late summer and early autumn, keep an eye out for the famous tidal bore on the Qiantang River shortly after departure. This side is also superior for viewing the industrial and natural mix of the Busan outskirts during the final approach.
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Zhoushan Archipelago
A vast cluster of islands near Ningbo, including the sacred Putuoshan, visible as you cross the coast.
Korea Strait
Observe the heavy maritime traffic of container ships and tankers traversing one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.
Tsushima Island
On exceptionally clear days, the silhouette of this Japanese island can be spotted in the distance to the south.
Busan New Port
A bird's-eye view of the massive cranes and container stacks of one of the globe's busiest ports.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm glow of the sun reflecting off the East China Sea. If the flight path takes a southern approach into Busan, passengers on this side may get a distant glimpse of the iconic Diamond Bridge (Gwangandaegyo) and the Haeundae skyline. Bring binoculars to spot the diverse shipping vessels in the Tsushima Strait.
Book Hotels in BusanDistance: 967 km (601 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: PUS (35.1795005798, 128.93800354)
Route Type: International
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