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KWETPE

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Wuyi Mountains on the mainland and the dramatic northern coastline of Taiwan including the Tamsui River mouth upon arrival.

Left Side Highlights
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Guizhou Karst Topography

Spectacular views of the unique limestone 'forest' peaks immediately after departure from Guiyang.

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Wuyi Mountains

The plane crosses the UNESCO-listed peaks of Fujian, often seen rising above a sea of clouds.

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Taiwan Strait Transition

The shift from the muddy river estuaries of the mainland to the deep blue of the strait.

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Tamsui Coastline

Clear views of the northern tip of Taiwan and the urban sprawl of the Greater Taipei area during descent.

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Datun Volcano Group

Lush green volcanic peaks visible as the aircraft maneuvers for its final approach into Taoyuan.

Book an 'A' or 'B' seat for the best morning light without sun glare. If the flight lands on Runway 05, you will get a perfect view of the Tamsui River and potentially Taipei 101 in the distance. Summer flights offer the clearest skies over the Wuyi range.

Right Side Highlights
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Fujian Coastal Cities

Aerial views of the densely populated urban centers near Quanzhou and Xiamen before heading out to sea.

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Strait Maritime Traffic

One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, featuring hundreds of cargo vessels and fishing boats.

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Central Mountain Range

The towering silhouette of Taiwan's 3,000-meter peaks forming a dramatic backdrop to the island.

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Taoyuan's Thousand Ponds

The unique landscape of irrigation ponds dotting the Taoyuan plateau just before touchdown.

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Strait Sunset

On late afternoon flights, the right side enjoys a spectacular sunset over the water.

Choose a 'K' or 'L' seat for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Taiwan Strait. During the final 10 minutes of flight, look down to see the geometric patterns of the Taoyuan ponds, which are historically unique to this region of Taiwan.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,453 km (903 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 56 min

Departure: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)

Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)

Route Type: International

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