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SHE → WUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Taoxian Airport (Shenyang) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of coastal views over the Bohai Sea and the iconic lakes of Wuhan upon arrival, benefiting from better lighting for photography on southbound flights.
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Bohai Sea Coast
Stunning views of the Liaodong Bay as the aircraft leaves the Northeast China region.
Tianjin Binhai New Area
A glimpse of one of the world's busiest port clusters and industrial coastal developments.
Mount Tai Silhouette
On clear days, the distant peak of China's most sacred mountain can be seen in Shandong Province.
Yellow River Delta
The massive, sediment-rich Yellow River snaking through the North China Plain.
East Lake (Donghu)
The expansive urban lake of Wuhan, providing a lush green and blue landscape during descent.
Wuhan Yangtze Front
The dense skyline of Wuchang and the wide Yangtze River appearing just before touchdown.
For morning flights, the left side may experience some glare; however, it is the prime side for viewing the intricate lake systems surrounding Wuhan. Watch for the Yellow River crossing approximately 60-70 minutes into the flight. In summer, the greenery of the Hubei province is particularly vibrant on this side.
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Taihang Mountains
The rugged western boundary of the North China Plain, visible as a long mountain wall.
Tianjin Cityscape
The high-rise clusters of the Tianjin metropolitan area visible in the distance to the west.
North China Plain
An endless patchwork of agricultural fields that changes color drastically between seasons.
Middle Reaches of Yellow River
Views of the river's winding path as it transitions from the mountains to the plains.
Dabie Mountains
Rolling hills and denser forests that signal the entrance into the Hubei region.
Han River
The major tributary of the Yangtze which defines the geography of Hankou and Hanyang.
Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to enjoy spectacular sunsets over the Taihang Mountains. It offers a better view of the transition from the flat plains to the southwestern hills. Keep your camera ready as you pass near the Dabie Mountains for interesting terrain textures.
Book Hotels in WuhanDistance: 1,464 km (910 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min
Departure: SHE (41.63980102539063, 123.48300170898438)
Arrival: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Route Type: Domestic
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