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LHW → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (Lanzhou) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the transition from the Loess Plateau into the lush Wuyi Mountains, followed by a panoramic approach over the Taiwan Strait and into the Taipei Basin.
High Qinling Peaks
Better views of the higher, more rugged peaks of the central Qinling range during the first hour of flight.
Wuyi Mountains
Breathtaking views of the UNESCO-listed misty peaks and tea-growing regions of Fujian Province.
Taiwan Strait
A wide view of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes with numerous container ships dotting the water.
Tamsui River Mouth
The scenic entrance to the Taipei Basin where the river meets the sea during the final descent.
Taipei Urban Skyline
A sweeping view of the densely populated Taipei and New Taipei City areas as the plane banks toward Taoyuan.
For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to witness the sunset over the Taiwan Strait. This side provides a superior angle for seeing the iconic Taipei 101 in the distance if the approach path takes you south of the city.
Loess Plateau
Unique yellow-earth topography and terrace farming patterns visible shortly after takeoff from Lanzhou.
Qinling Mountains
The northern slopes of the massive mountain range that serves as the natural boundary between North and South China.
Poyang Lake
Depending on the specific air corridor, the northern reaches of China's largest freshwater lake may be visible.
Fuzhou Coastline
Aerial views of the sprawling coastal city of Fuzhou and its complex river systems before entering the strait.
Matsu Islands
Small, strategic islands scattered near the mainland coast just before the open sea crossing.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready as you approach Taiwan to catch the northern coastline's dramatic cliffs and the Keelung area.
Distance: 2,103 km (1,307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min
Departure: LHW (36.5152015686, 103.620002747)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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