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HUN → KHH
Which side of the plane to sit from Hualien Airport (Hualien) to Kaohsiung International Airport (Kaohsiung)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Central Mountain Range, showcasing Taiwan's high-altitude peaks and lush valleys before transitioning to the impressive Kaohsiung skyline.
Central Mountain Range
Dominant views of Taiwan's highest peaks, often shrouded in a sea of clouds.
East Rift Valley
The fertile longitudinal valley nestled between the two major mountain ranges.
Luye Highland
Recognizable tea plantations and the site of the famous international hot air balloon festival.
Pingtung Plain
The transition from rugged mountains to the wide agricultural heartland of southern Taiwan.
85 Sky Tower
Kaohsiung's iconic skyscraper visible as the aircraft maneuvers for landing.
Port of Kaohsiung
One of the world's largest container ports, bustling with maritime activity during descent.
The right side is superior for mountain photography. Choose a morning flight for the best lighting on the Central Mountain Range. During the approach to KHH, this side provides the most iconic views of the Kaohsiung cityscape and the harbor area. Watch for seasonal cloud cover which is most common in spring.
Pacific Ocean
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Philippine Sea stretching toward the horizon.
Qixingtan Beach
A stunning crescent-shaped pebble beach visible immediately after takeoff from Hualien.
Coastal Mountain Range
The rugged Hai'an Range where mountains drop steeply into the eastern coastline.
Green Island
A small volcanic island that can often be spotted off the coast of Taitung on clear days.
Hengchun Peninsula
The southern tip of Taiwan featuring the scenic coastline of Kenting National Park.
Sit on the left for serene ocean views and the best look at the southern tip of the island during the final turn. This side is particularly beautiful in the morning when the sun rises over the Pacific, though glare can be an issue early on.
Distance: 206 km (128 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: HUN (24.02309989929199, 121.61799621582033)
Arrival: KHH (22.57710075378418, 120.3499984741211)
Route Type: Domestic
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