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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the Taihang Mountains upon departure and a magnificent perspective of the Dongting Lake and the iconic karst limestone peaks during the approach into Guilin.

Right Side Highlights
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Taihang Mountains

The dramatic western edge of the North China Plain, visible shortly after departing Shijiazhuang.

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Danjiangkou Reservoir

A massive, deep blue reservoir at the source of the South-to-North Water Transfer Project.

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Dongting Lake

Views of China's second-largest freshwater lake and the lush wetlands surrounding it.

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Yangtze River Bend

Dynamic views of the winding Yangtze River as it cuts through central China's hilly terrain.

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Guilin Karst Peaks

The world-famous limestone 'forests' and jagged hills that define the Guilin landscape during descent.

The right side is highly recommended for the descent into Guilin; the karst topography is best viewed from this side as the plane turns for its final approach. Aim for a window seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the Taihang range. During sunset flights, this side will experience direct sunlight, so polarized sunglasses are helpful.

Left Side Highlights
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Yellow River Crossing

View the massive, silt-heavy Yellow River as the flight traverses the Henan plains near Zhengzhou.

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Zhengzhou Urban Area

The sprawling cityscape of the Henan provincial capital and its modern high-rises.

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Dabie Mountains

Rugged, forested mountain terrain visible along the border of Hubei and Anhui provinces.

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Xiang River Valley

Follow the winding path of the Xiang River, a major tributary of the Yangtze in Hunan.

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Mount Heng

The Southern Great Mountain of China, recognizable by its distinct peaks rising from the Hunan landscape.

Sit on the left if you enjoy seeing large urban centers and river systems. Morning flights provide excellent lighting on the landscape below without the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the expansive agricultural grids of the North China Plain shortly after takeoff.

Top Activities in Guilin
Route Information

Distance: 1,517 km (943 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min

Departure: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)

Arrival: KWL (25.21809959411621, 110.03900146484376)

Route Type: Domestic

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