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SWA → KWE
Which side of the plane to sit from Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (Shantou) to Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side (A seats) is superior for this route as it offers a more dramatic perspective of the iconic Guilin Karst mountains and better lighting conditions during the late afternoon, when the sun illuminates the southern faces of the Guizhou plateau.
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Chaoshan Urban Delta
Aerial view of the dense urban sprawl of Shantou and the winding Han River as you climb out of SWA.
Nanling Mountains
Fly over the rugged ridges that separate Guangdong from Guangxi, featuring deep green valleys and misty peaks.
Guilin Karst Forest
A stunning perspective of the world-famous limestone pillars and sinkholes of northern Guangxi from above.
High-Altitude Bridges
Spot some of the world's highest bridges spanning deep canyons as you approach the Guizhou plateau.
Guizhou Cloud Sea
Frequent low-altitude cloud formations that settle between the karst peaks, creating a mystical landscape.
Book a window seat on the left (typically 'A') for a higher chance of seeing the Guilin peak forest. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you or to the side, reducing glare. During the descent into Guiyang, keep your camera ready for the sudden transition from flat plains to high-altitude mountain plateaus.
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Meizhou Valleys
Verdant agricultural landscapes and traditional Hakka village clusters visible shortly after takeoff.
Danxia Formations
Glimpses of the unique red sandstone cliffs and 'Danxia' landforms located near the border of northern Guangdong.
Jiuwangshan Nature Reserve
Dense, untouched subtropical forests covering steep slopes in the northern Guangxi region.
Guiyang Expansion
Watch the rapid urban development and infrastructure projects carved into the mountains on the northern approach.
The right side (typically 'F') is excellent for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It provides a better view of the mountainous border regions between Guangdong and Jiangxi. Pay attention to the rural architecture in the valleys, which changes distinctly as you move from the coastal plains to the interior highlands.
Book Hotels in GuiyangDistance: 1,032 km (641 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: SWA (23.552, 116.5033)
Arrival: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)
Route Type: Domestic
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