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KWL → SWA
Which side of the plane to sit from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (Guilin) to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (Shantou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the iconic Li River basin immediately after takeoff and a clearer perspective of the rugged Nanling mountain ranges and the Hakka cultural heartlands during the cruise.
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Li River (Lijiang)
Witness the iconic winding river that inspired the 20 Yuan banknote, snaking through dramatic karst formations.
Mao'er Mountain
The highest peak in South China, located in the Yuecheng Ridge, often visible as a prominent silhouette.
Danxia Landforms
Stunning red sandstone cliffs and unique geological shapes characteristic of northern Guangdong province.
Hakka Heartland
View the unique agricultural patterns and clustered villages of the Meizhou region before descending.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to capture the Li River without engine obstruction. Morning flights (08:00-10:00) offer the crispest light, while summer travelers should watch for dramatic cumulonimbus cloud formations over the mountains.
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A vast expanse of 'Peak Forest' karst topography extending westward from the city center.
Lianzhou River Valley
Lush green valleys and winding tributaries that feed into the larger Pearl River system.
Jieyang Urban Sprawl
The dense urban layout of the Chaoshan metropolitan area becomes visible during the final approach.
On late afternoon flights, the right side provides a spectacular view of the sunset over the Guangxi hills. During the descent into SWA, look for the transition from rugged mountains to the flat, densely populated coastal plains.
Book Hotels in ShantouDistance: 680 km (423 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min
Departure: KWL (25.21809959411621, 110.03900146484376)
Arrival: SWA (23.552, 116.5033)
Route Type: Domestic
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