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SWA → WUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (Shantou) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of China's iconic freshwater ecosystems, specifically the vast Poyang Lake, and provides a closer look at the UNESCO-listed Wuyi Mountains.
Wuyi Mountains
The eastern edges of the Wuyi range, famous for their dramatic cliff formations and high-altitude tea plantations.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, offering a massive expanse of water and seasonal wetlands that change dramatically with the tide.
Yangtze River Bends
As the plane enters Hubei, the Yangtze becomes visible with its heavy barge traffic and wide, sweeping curves.
Wuhan Bridge Network
Spot the numerous massive bridges connecting Wuchang and Hanyang as you descend into the 'Chicago of the East'.
Choose the right side for morning flights to see the landscape illuminated by the rising sun. Poyang Lake is most spectacular during the summer (June-August) when it is full; in winter, it retreats into smaller streams and marshes.
Chaoshan Urban Sprawl
A dense aerial view of the interconnected cities of Shantou, Chaozhou, and Jieyang immediately after takeoff.
Nanling Mountains
Rugged, evergreen-covered mountain ranges that define the geographic border between Guangdong and Jiangxi provinces.
Gan River Valley
The main artery of Jiangxi province, visible as a winding silver ribbon snaking through the inland terrain.
Wuhan Skyline
On the final approach, catch views of the dense skyscraper clusters and the Han River merging into the Yangtze.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the inland mountains. During the descent into WUH, look for the intersection of the Han and Yangtze rivers which marks the heart of historic Hankou.
Distance: 836 km (519 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: SWA (23.552, 116.5033)
Arrival: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Route Type: Domestic
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