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KHN → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanchang Changbei International Airport (Nanchang) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally preferred for the initial views of Lake Poyang near Nanchang and the striking red sandstone formations of the Danxia landform near Shaoguan during the descent.
Lake Poyang
Shortly after takeoff, look northeast to spot the southern reaches of China's largest freshwater lake and its expansive wetlands.
Ganzhou City
A clear view of the historic city of Ganzhou, situated at the confluence of the Gan and Zhang Rivers in southern Jiangxi.
Mount Danxia
The famous UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique red sandstone cliffs and steep peaks in northern Guangdong province.
Nanling Mountains
Dense, lush mountain ranges forming the natural border between the Jiangxi and Guangdong provinces.
Guangzhou Suburbs
The transition from rugged mountains to the dense urban sprawl and industrial zones of the northern Pearl River Delta.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. Keep your camera ready about 40-50 minutes into the flight for the red rocks of Danxia. In summer, look for massive cumulonimbus clouds common in the subtropics.
Gan River Basin
Excellent views of the winding Gan River, which acts as the primary navigational artery through Jiangxi province.
Luoxiao Mountains
The rugged western boundary of Jiangxi, featuring high ridges and deep valleys often shrouded in mist.
Ji'an Urban Center
A bird's-eye view of Ji'an, showing the development along the banks of the central Gan River.
Shaoguan Forests
Vast stretches of subtropical evergreen forests covering the mountainous terrain of northern Guangdong.
Guangzhou Approach
During the final descent, the right side often catches the glowing skyline of central Guangzhou and the Pearl River.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Luoxiao mountain range. As the plane enters the Pearl River Delta, watch for the intricate network of canals and fish ponds that characterize the region's traditional agriculture.
Distance: 662 km (411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: KHN (28.864999771118164, 115.9000015258789)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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