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MLE → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Malé International Airport (Male) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Maldivian atolls upon departure and superior views of the South China Sea and Guangzhou's urban development during the approach.
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South Malé Atoll
Breathtaking views of isolated luxury resorts and vibrant coral lagoons during the climb out of MLE.
Sri Lankan Coast
Glimpses of the southern coastline of Sri Lanka, known for its lush tropical vegetation.
Andaman Islands
The remote and densely forested archipelago visible while crossing the eastern Bay of Bengal.
Guangzhou Skyline
Clear views of the iconic Canton Tower and the modern skyscrapers of the Zhujiang New Town district.
Prioritize the right side for the best atoll photography shortly after takeoff. For the approach into Guangzhou, this side often provides a direct view of the city center if the flight arrives from the south. Morning flights offer the best lighting conditions for this side, avoiding the direct glare of the afternoon sun.
Book Hotels in GuangzhouNorth Malé Atoll
Aerial views of the capital city and the turquoise ring-shaped reefs of the central Maldives.
Indian Subcontinent
Distant views of the tip of India and the Laccadive Sea's deep blue horizon.
Annamite Range
The rugged, forested mountains spanning Laos and Vietnam as the flight crosses mainland Southeast Asia.
Pearl River Delta
The intricate network of rivers and bridges connecting the industrial hubs of Southern China.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Bay of Bengal. It also offers a great perspective of the dense inland mountain ranges of Indochina and the sprawl of the Pearl River Delta during the final descent into CAN.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 4,770 km (2,964 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 37 min
Departure: MLE (4.1918301582336435, 73.52909851074219)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: International
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