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KOW → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Ganzhou Airport (Ganzhou) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the unique Danxia landforms near the provincial border and a clearer perspective of the Liuxi River's emerald waters during the descent into Guangzhou.
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Ganzhou Riverside
Aerial views of the Gan River and Zhang River confluence as the plane climbs away from the city.
Danxia Landforms
Striking red sandstone cliffs and unique rock formations of the Danxia Mountain range near the Jiangxi-Guangdong border.
Nanling National Forest
Vast stretches of subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forests covering the mountainous terrain.
Liuxi River Reservoir
A massive, deep blue water body surrounded by lush green hills, visible as the flight enters the Pearl River Delta.
Conghua District
The transition from rugged mountains to the sprawling urban residential clusters of northern Guangzhou.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights and the best views of the red-rock Danxia landscapes. Watch for the sharp contrast between the jagged Jiangxi mountains and the flat, industrialized plains of the Pearl River Delta as you cross the Nanling range.
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Ganzhou Golden Airport
A clear view of the airport layout and the surrounding industrial parks immediately after takeoff.
Dayu Mountains
The western ridges of the Nanling range, featuring steep slopes and deep narrow valleys.
Shaoguan Rural Fringe
A patchwork of agricultural fields and small villages nestled between the foothills of the southern mountains.
Huadu District
Dense urban development and infrastructure as the plane aligns for its final approach into Baiyun International.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the sun. It provides a great perspective of the extensive airport infrastructure at CAN during the final banking maneuvers. Look for the distinct ridge lines of the Nanling mountains during the mid-flight cruise.
Book Hotels in GuangzhouDistance: 312 km (194 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: KOW (25.853333, 114.778889)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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