Loading map...

HKG destination photo
YIH destination photo

HKGYIH

Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Hong Kong skyline and Shenzhen's urban sprawl during takeoff, along with better perspectives of the Yangtze River valley upon descent into Yichang.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
🏙️

Victoria Harbour

Unmatched views of the Hong Kong Island skyscrapers and the Kowloon Peninsula shortly after departure.

🏢

Shenzhen Skyline

The massive urban density and the Ping An Finance Center visible just across the border from Hong Kong.

🏞️

Dongjiang River

Winding blue river paths cutting through the hills of eastern Guangdong.

🚤

Yangtze River Arteries

The main branch of the Yangtze River coming into view as the flight enters Hubei province.

🚢

Yichang River Port

Dozens of river vessels and cruise ships docked along the Yangtze banks near the city center.

The right side is essential for the iconic 'HK departure' view. For photography, late afternoon flights (4 PM - 6 PM) provide dramatic long shadows over the mountains and a golden glow on the Yangtze River as you arrive.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
🏝️

Lantau Island

Aerial views of the Big Buddha statue and the lush peaks of Lantau South Country Park during initial climb.

🌉

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge

The world's longest sea-crossing bridge stretching across the Pearl River Delta.

⛰️

Nanling Mountains

Rugged forest-covered mountain ridges marking the transition from Guangdong into Hunan province.

🌾

Hunan Agricultural Plains

A mosaic of rice paddies and small rural villages typical of the central Chinese landscape.

🌊

Gezhouba Dam

Visible as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into Yichang, showcasing significant Yangtze hydropower.

Sit on the left for the best views of the Pearl River Delta's infrastructure. Choose a morning flight (8 AM - 11 AM) to avoid direct sunlight and glare, as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft for most of the northward journey.

Top Activities in Yichang
Route Information

Distance: 949 km (590 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min

Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)

Arrival: YIH (30.55655, 111.479988)

Route Type: International

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.