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SHE → KWL
Which side of the plane to sit from Taoxian Airport (Shenyang) to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (Guilin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a dramatic perspective of the Taihang Mountains and the most iconic views of Guilin's karst peaks during descent.
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Taihang Mountains
A massive mountain range forming a natural boundary between the North China Plain and the Shanxi Plateau.
Yellow River
View the iconic silty waters of China's second-longest river near the Henan section.
Dongting Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes visible as you fly over the Hunan province.
Guilin Karst Landscape
The highlight of the trip: hundreds of limestone hills rising abruptly from the ground during arrival.
This is the best side for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Taihang range. During the final 20 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the unique karst topography. Request a window seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the limestone peaks.
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Shenyang Cityscape
A final look at the industrial and cultural center of Northeast China right after takeoff.
East China Plain
Vast agricultural landscapes and urban clusters of the Shandong and Henan provinces.
Yangtze River Crossing
Aerial view of the massive Yangtze River as the flight traverses central China.
Li River Curves
Potential views of the winding Li River as the plane maneuvers for landing.
Ideal for early morning flights to avoid the direct sun while viewing the dense urban clusters of Central China. Watch for the Yangtze River crossing about two-thirds into the journey. In winter, look for the transition from the snowy north to the greener south.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 2,205 km (1,370 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 56 min
Departure: SHE (41.63980102539063, 123.48300170898438)
Arrival: KWL (25.21809959411621, 110.03900146484376)
Route Type: Domestic
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