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ICN → HGH
Which side of the plane to sit from Incheon International Airport (Seoul) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Incheon airport infrastructure upon takeoff and the potential to spot the Shanghai skyline and Hangzhou's iconic West Lake during descent.
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Incheon Airport Layout
An excellent perspective of the massive Terminal 2 and the complex runway systems of ICN.
Shanghai Distant View
On clear days, the Lujiazui skyscrapers including the Shanghai Tower may be visible to the north during descent.
West Lake (Xihu)
Hangzhou's most famous landmark, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is often visible during the final approach.
Hangzhou Urban Core
Dense urban planning and modern skyscrapers of the Qianjiang New Town CBD.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. To see West Lake, you need clear visibility; it typically appears 5-10 minutes before landing. If the flight path takes a northern loop, you might even catch a glimpse of the Yangtze River delta's intricate canal networks.
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Incheon Bridge
A stunning aerial view of South Korea's longest cable-stayed bridge connecting Yeongjong Island to Songdo.
Yellow Sea Archipelago
Clusters of small Korean islands dotting the coastline immediately after departure from ICN.
Qiantang River Estuary
The mouth of the river famous for the world's largest tidal bore, showing intricate silt patterns.
Ningbo-Zhoushan Port
Views of one of the world's busiest container ports as the aircraft crosses the Chinese coastline.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy a sunset over the East China Sea without direct glare. During the descent into HGH, look for the unique geographical intersection where the river meets the sea. Early morning flights on this side will offer softer lighting for photography of the Korean coastline.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 978 km (608 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Arrival: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Route Type: International
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