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TAO → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of coastal views, major freshwater lakes, and the most expansive perspective of the Pearl River Delta urban landscape during the approach.
Yellow Sea Coastline
Dramatic views of the Qingdao coastline and the blue waters of the Yellow Sea shortly after departure from the Shandong peninsula.
Gaoyou Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a vast silver mirror amidst the flat Jiangsu plains.
Mount Huangshan
Distant silhouettes of the iconic granite peaks of the Yellow Mountain, particularly visible on clear days in eastern Anhui.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake system in Jiangxi, featuring seasonal wetlands and intricate water channels.
Pearl River Delta
The massive urban sprawl of the Greater Bay Area, including views of Dongguan and the outer fringes of Shenzhen during descent.
On morning flights, the left side receives the early sun, which is perfect for seeing the glint off the lakes in Jiangsu and Jiangxi. For the best photography of the Pearl River Delta, aim for a flight arriving around sunset to see the city lights beginning to flicker on.
Shandong Agricultural Plains
A patchwork of traditional farming plots and rural settlements that define the North China Plain landscape.
Yangtze River Crossing
An aerial view of the mighty Yangtze River, often featuring major bridges and heavy river traffic near the Nanjing-Wuhu corridor.
Dabie Mountains
A rugged mountain range in central China that provides a stark contrast to the flat northern plains.
Gan River Valley
Following the primary river of Jiangxi province, which has served as a vital north-south trade corridor for centuries.
Nanling Mountains
The natural mountainous border that separates central China from the subtropical environment of Guangdong.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side offers the best views of the inland topography and the transition into the mountainous terrain of the Nanling range. Visibility is often best in autumn when the northern smog is less prevalent.
Distance: 1,585 km (985 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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