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KWE → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
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.
Guizhou Karst Topography
Spectacular views of the unique limestone 'forest' peaks immediately after departure from Guiyang.
Wuyi Mountains
The plane crosses the UNESCO-listed peaks of Fujian, often seen rising above a sea of clouds.
Taiwan Strait Transition
The shift from the muddy river estuaries of the mainland to the deep blue of the strait.
Tamsui Coastline
Clear views of the northern tip of Taiwan and the urban sprawl of the Greater Taipei area during descent.
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.
Fujian Coastal Cities
Aerial views of the densely populated urban centers near Quanzhou and Xiamen before heading out to sea.
Strait Maritime Traffic
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, featuring hundreds of cargo vessels and fishing boats.
Central Mountain Range
The towering silhouette of Taiwan's 3,000-meter peaks forming a dramatic backdrop to the island.
Taoyuan's Thousand Ponds
The unique landscape of irrigation ponds dotting the Taoyuan plateau just before touchdown.
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.
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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