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HKG → XUZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Xuzhou Guanyin Airport (Xuzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the Pearl River Delta's complex geography during departure and an excellent view of the Yangtze River and the expansive agricultural plains of Jiangsu during the descent.
Lantau Island
Immediate views of the Big Buddha, lush greenery, and the complex coastline of Lantau right after takeoff.
Pearl River Estuary
A bird's-eye view of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and the heavy maritime traffic in the delta.
Pearl River Delta Cities
The sprawling urban expanse of Zhuhai, Zhongshan, and Foshan as the plane tracks north-northwest.
Yangtze River Crossing
A dramatic crossing of the Yangtze River, typically near the Anhui-Jiangsu border region before the final descent.
Jiangsu Lowlands
An intricate patchwork of canals and farmland unique to the East China plains as you approach Xuzhou.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On afternoon flights, the sun will be on the left side, so window shades or sunglasses may be necessary. Keep your camera ready during the first 15 minutes for the Pearl River Delta and the last 30 minutes for the Yangtze River crossing.
Hong Kong & Shenzhen Skyline
Excellent views of the New Territories and the massive skyscraper clusters of downtown Shenzhen.
Nanling Mountains
The rugged, green-clad peaks of the mountain ranges separating Guangdong from the inland provinces.
Poyang Lake Basin
Glimpses of the river networks and wetlands feeding into China's largest freshwater lake system.
Xuzhou Industrial Landscape
The transition from rural plains to the heavy industrial and logistical hubs surrounding Xuzhou.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It offers a better perspective of the Shenzhen cityscape during initial climb. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain from the southern mountains to the flat northern plains about halfway through the flight.
Distance: 1,354 km (841 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: XUZ (34.059056, 117.555278)
Route Type: International
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