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SHA → KWE
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai) to Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of China's most famous inland water bodies, including Taihu and Poyang Lakes, followed by the urban sprawl of Changsha and the dramatic Karst peaks upon entering Guizhou.
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Taihu Lake
One of the largest freshwater lakes in China, visible shortly after departure from Hongqiao near Suzhou.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, offering a massive blue expanse that contrasts sharply with the surrounding greenery.
Changsha Cityscape
A clear view of the capital of Hunan province, including the Xiang River bisecting the city.
Wuling Mountain Range
Distal views of the rugged, high-altitude terrain that defines the border between Hunan and Guizhou.
Karst Sinkholes
As the plane descends into Guiyang, look for deep natural depressions and 'forests' of limestone pillars.
The right side is the 'Lake Side' of this route. For the best photography of Poyang Lake, choose a mid-day flight when the sun is high to minimize reflections on the cabin window. During the descent into KWE, the right side often provides a clearer view of the 'Forest City' layout of Guiyang.
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View of the southern Shanghai suburbs and the expanding urban sprawl of the Yangtze River Delta shortly after takeoff.
Qiantang River
The winding path of the river near Hangzhou, known for the world's largest tidal bore.
Mount Heng (Hengshan)
One of the Five Great Mountains of China, appearing as a prominent ridge in central Hunan province.
Guizhou Karst Peaks
The entry into the Guizhou plateau reveals thousands of conical limestone hills typical of the region's unique geography.
Opt for the left side on morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. The transition from the flat plains of the delta to the rugged mountains of Jiangxi and Hunan occurs about 45 minutes into the flight and is very distinct from this side.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,506 km (936 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Arrival: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)
Route Type: Domestic
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