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SWA → NNG
Which side of the plane to sit from Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (Shantou) to Nanning Wuxu Airport (Nanning)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the sprawling urban landscapes of the Pearl River Delta to the iconic, jagged karst mountain formations of Guangxi.
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Luofu Mountain Range
One of the most famous peaks in Guangdong, appearing as a majestic green massif shortly after departure.
Xijiang River Bends
Watch the mighty Xijiang River snake through the landscape with sharp, dramatic oxbows and river traffic.
Guangxi Karst Landscape
The highlight of the trip: the sudden appearance of thousand-year-old limestone peaks rising abruptly from the flat plains.
Guiping Scenery
Stunning views of the confluence of the Qian and Yu Rivers set against a backdrop of steep ridges.
The Green City
Panoramic view of Nanning's extensive parklands and urban forests that give the city its famous nickname.
This is the 'scenic side' for the karst mountains. For the best experience, book an afternoon flight; the sun will be behind the plane or on the opposite side, perfectly illuminating the limestone peaks of Guangxi without lens flare. Look out specifically about 40-50 minutes into the flight for the start of the karst formations.
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Han River Delta
Aerial view of the intricate river networks surrounding Jieyang and Shantou immediately after takeoff.
Guangzhou Southern Suburbs
Distances views of the massive urban sprawl and industrial hubs of the southern Pearl River Delta.
Pearl River Estuary
On clear days, the vast waters of the Lingdingyang and the massive bridge infrastructures connecting the delta.
Western Guangdong Hills
A patchwork of lush tropical forests and terraced agricultural land as the flight moves inland.
Nanning Skyline
A close-up view of Nanning's modern high-rises and the Yong River during the final descent.
Choose a window seat in the middle-to-rear section to avoid wing obstruction. Afternoon flights on this side may experience significant glare as the sun moves south and west; morning flights offer softer lighting for photography.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 859 km (534 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: SWA (23.552, 116.5033)
Arrival: NNG (22.60829925537109, 108.1719970703125)
Route Type: Domestic
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