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KWE → WUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic karst landscapes of Guizhou, the vast expanse of Dongting Lake, and a stunning aerial perspective of the Yangtze River and Wuhan's East Lake during the final approach.
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Fanjingshan Area
Aerial glimpses of the UNESCO-listed peaks of the Fanjing Mountain range.
Dongting Lake
On clear days, the massive freshwater expanse of Dongting Lake is visible to the southeast.
Yangtze River Bends
The majestic Yangtze River snaking through the landscape with visible bridges and shipping traffic.
Wuhan Urban Skyline
Panoramic views of the Hankou, Hanyang, and Wuchang districts divided by the Great River.
East Lake (Donghu)
A beautiful view of China's largest urban lake during the descent into Tianhe Airport.
The right side is essential for seeing the water features. Choose a morning flight for the best lighting on the Yangtze River. During the landing approach into WUH, the right side typically offers the best view of the 'Three Towns of Wuhan' and the iconic Yellow Crane Tower in the distance.
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Guizhou Karst Peaks
Unique limestone formations and jagged green hills immediately after takeoff from Guiyang.
Wu River Valley
Deep river gorges and winding valleys as the flight crosses northern Guizhou.
Wuling Mountains
Rugged mountain terrain and forest-covered peaks along the Hubei-Guizhou border.
Jianghan Plain
The transition from mountains to the vast, fertile agricultural patchwork of central Hubei.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during afternoon flights to capture the depth of the karst valleys. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain as the mountains suddenly give way to the flat plains of the Yangtze basin roughly 40 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 863 km (536 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)
Arrival: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Route Type: Domestic
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