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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft typically offers superior views of the winding Li River during departure and a stunning aerial perspective of Thousand Island Lake and the Qiantang River during the descent into Hangzhou.

Right Side Highlights
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Li River Curves

A breathtaking bird's-eye view of the Li River snaking through the karst landscape shortly after takeoff.

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Wuyi Mountain Range

Rugged and densely forested mountain peaks along the Jiangxi-Fujian border area.

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Thousand Island Lake

One of the flight's highlights, featuring thousands of small, emerald islands scattered across Qiandao Lake.

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Qiantang River

View the massive river and its iconic bridges during the final approach into Hangzhou Xiaoshan International.

Keep your camera ready approximately 20-25 minutes before landing for the best views of Thousand Island Lake. Afternoon flights are recommended on this side to avoid direct sunlight glare while capturing the river scenery.

Left Side Highlights
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Guilin Karst Forest

Immediately after takeoff, witness the unique limestone 'sugarloaf' mountains that make Guilin world-famous.

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Poyang Lake North

On clear days, the northern edge of China's largest freshwater lake is visible as you transit Jiangxi province.

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Hangzhou City Center

As the plane banks for arrival, the sprawling urban landscape and high-rises of the Binjiang district come into view.

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Zhejiang Mountains

Lush, rolling green hills and tea-growing regions visible during the transition from Jiangxi into Zhejiang.

Choose a seat in front of the wing for an unobstructed view of the karst peaks. Morning flights are ideal as the rising sun illuminates the limestone formations with a soft glow and minimal haze.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,164 km (723 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min

Departure: KWL (25.21809959411621, 110.03900146484376)

Arrival: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)

Route Type: Domestic

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