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PEK → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to China's geographical transitions, featuring prominent river crossings and the dramatic karst landscapes of the south.
Yellow River
The iconic sediment-rich 'Mother River' of China winding through the central plains.
Zhengzhou Urban Area
A clear view of this major transportation hub and capital city in Henan province.
Yangtze River Crossing
A spectacular view of the world's third-longest river, often dotted with heavy cargo ship traffic.
Nanling Mountains
Lush, rugged mountain ranges that mark the transition into Southern China's subtropical climate.
Guangzhou Skyline
On many approach patterns, the Canton Tower and Zhujiang New Town skyscrapers are visible.
The best choice for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the mountains. Keep your camera ready about 50-60 minutes into the flight for the Yangtze River crossing. If landing towards the south, this side typically offers the best view of the central Guangzhou skyline.
Tianjin Metropolis
Glimpse the sprawling urban layout of Tianjin shortly after departure from Beijing.
North China Plain
Vast stretches of organized farmland that define China's agricultural heartland.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, visible as a massive blue expanse in Jiangxi province.
Pearl River Delta
The dense, shimmering network of cities and factories as you enter Guangdong airspace.
Yellow Sea Coastline
Distant views of the eastern coastline if the flight path takes a more easterly airway.
Recommended for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side offers excellent views of the vast Poyang Lake and the coastal industrial clusters during the final descent into Guangzhou. Watch for the change from flat plains to hilly terrain about two-thirds into the flight.
Distance: 1,881 km (1,169 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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