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JZH → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (Jiuzhaigou) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic transition from the high-altitude Tibetan Plateau edge to the lush karst landscapes of Southern China, benefiting from optimal lighting on afternoon flights.
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Qionglai Mountains
Distant views of massive, snow-capped peaks including the Siguniang (Four Sisters) range to the far west.
Min River Gorges
Deeply forested valleys and steep alpine terrain that define the transition from the plateau to the subtropical south.
Guizhou Karst Landscapes
Iconic 'sugarloaf' mountain formations and rolling hills characteristic of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau's eastern edge.
Guangzhou Urban Hub
A sweeping view of the sprawling Pearl River Delta and the Canton Tower on the final descent into Baiyun International.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare while still capturing the golden hour light on the mountain ridges. This side offers the most consistent views of high-altitude peaks during the first 30 minutes of flight.
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The highest summit of the Min Mountains, standing at 5,588 meters, visible shortly after departure from the high-altitude JZH airport.
Sichuan Basin Edge
A sharp geographic drop-off where the high plateau meets the fertile, often cloud-covered plains of the Sichuan Basin.
Yangtze Tributaries
Winding river systems and deep valleys carving through the rugged terrain of eastern Sichuan and Chongqing provinces.
Northern Guangdong Karst
Distinctive red sandstone and limestone formations as the flight crosses the Nanling mountain range into Guangdong.
Morning flights on the left side offer soft lighting over the Min Mountains, though the Sichuan Basin is frequently obscured by thick fog or smog. Watch for the 'Sea of Clouds' effect when descending toward the basin floor.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,411 km (877 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 53 min
Departure: JZH (32.8533333333, 103.682222222)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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