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ICN → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Incheon International Airport (Seoul) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Korean archipelago upon departure and more consistent vistas of the Chinese coastline and the Yangtze River delta without the glare of the southern sun.
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Korean Archipelago
Dozens of small, picturesque islands scattered across the West Sea immediately after takeoff.
Shandong Peninsula
Views of the rugged coastline near Qingdao and the mountainous terrain of eastern China.
Yangtze River Crossing
Observation of one of the world's busiest waterways and its vast network of shipping traffic.
Nanling Mountains
Lush green mountain ranges and karst-like topography as the aircraft enters Southern China.
Foshan and Guangzhou
Detailed views of the suburban sprawl and industrial centers of the western Pearl River Delta on final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides the best perspective of the island-dotted Korean coast. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes after takeoff to catch the transition to the Chinese mainland.
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Incheon/Seoul Skyline
Distant views of the Songdo International Business District and the dense urban sprawl of Incheon.
Incheon Grand Bridge
A spectacular view of South Korea's longest cable-stayed bridge connecting the airport to the mainland.
East China Sea
Deep blue maritime vistas as the flight path transitions from the Yellow Sea toward the Chinese coast.
Pearl River Delta
A massive interconnected urban area visible during the descent into the Guangdong province.
Canton Tower
A potential glimpse of the iconic 'Slim Waist' tower if the flight approaches CAN from the south.
Select a window seat on the left for better views of the airport infrastructure at ICN and the dense city lights of the Pearl River Delta during night arrivals. Morning flights on this side avoid direct sunlight, making it comfortable for photography.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 2,005 km (1,246 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: International
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