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HKG → WUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Nanping Wuyishan Airport (Wuyishan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic approach into the Wuyishan National Park, featuring rugged mountain vistas and the interior valleys of the Nanling range.
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Shenzhen Skyline
Aerial view of the dense urban skyscrapers including the Ping An Finance Centre shortly after departure.
Nanling Mountains
Continuous stretches of lush, green mountain ranges spanning the border of Guangdong and Fujian provinces.
Wuyi National Park
Dramatic sandstone peaks and deep canyons as the plane descends into the UNESCO World Heritage area.
Nine-Bend River
If the flight path aligns from the south, you can spot the winding Jiuqu Stream snaking through the peaks.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Wuyi peaks during the final 15 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights are ideal to avoid direct sun glare from the west. Look for the distinct 'Great Thread of Sky' rock formations during descent.
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Hong Kong Lantau
Excellent views of the Big Buddha and the rugged terrain of Lantau Island immediately after takeoff.
Fujian Coastline
Distant views of the South China Sea and the jagged coastlines near Quanzhou and Xiamen.
Tea Plantations
Patches of terraced tea gardens visible on the lower slopes as you enter the Wuyishan region.
Huizhou Estuary
The complex network of bridges and river deltas around Daya Bay and the Huizhou coastline.
The right side is superior for the initial climb out of HKG, offering views of the airport's massive infrastructure and the surrounding islands. Keep your camera ready in the first 10 minutes of the flight.
Book Hotels in WuyishanDistance: 727 km (452 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: WUS (27.7019, 118.000999)
Route Type: International
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