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HGH → WEF
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Weifang Airport (Weifang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the East China coastline, the dramatic Yangtze River estuary, and the meeting point of the Yellow Sea and the Shandong Peninsula.
Hangzhou Bay
Expansive views of the bay and the impressive cross-sea bridge infrastructure in the distance.
Yangtze River Crossing
A spectacular view of the wide Yangtze River near Nantong where the river widens before entering the sea.
Yellow Sea Coastline
The scenic coastline of Lianyungang and Rizhao, showing the interface between the blue sea and the sandy shores.
Qingdao Distant View
On clear days, the silhouette of the Jiaozhou Bay Bridge and the outskirts of Qingdao can be spotted.
Weifang Outskirts
The industrial and urban layout of the 'Kite Capital' as the plane aligns for its final approach to WEF.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while enjoying the coastal scenery. Pay close attention about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the Yangtze River crossing, which is the geographic highlight of the trip. Use a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastline.
Hangzhou Cityscape
Aerial views of the sprawling Hangzhou metropolis and the Qiantang River bends shortly after takeoff.
The Grand Canal
Segments of the ancient Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal visible snaking through the Jiangsu plains.
Taihu Lake Basin
Distanced views of one of China's largest freshwater lakes near the Suzhou and Wuxi region.
Yimeng Mountains
The rugged, hilly terrain of southern Shandong Province providing a contrast to the flat plains.
Shandong Farmland
Intricate patterns of intensive agricultural plots typical of the North China Plain during the descent.
Sit on the left for inland landmarks and sunset views if flying in the evening. Look for the glint of sunlight on the numerous canals and irrigation networks that crisscross the Jiangsu province. On clear days, the transition from the lush green of Zhejiang to the more temperate landscape of Shandong is distinct.
Distance: 724 km (450 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: WEF (36.646702000000005, 119.119003)
Route Type: Domestic
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