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TEN → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Tongren Fenghuang Airport (Tongren) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Guizhou karst formations shortly after takeoff and provides a more dramatic perspective of the Guangzhou skyline and Pearl River Delta during the final approach.
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Fanjingshan Silhouette
On clear days, look west to see the distant, sacred peaks of Fanjingshan rising above the clouds.
Guizhou Karst Cones
The iconic 'beehive' hills and sinkholes characteristic of the South China Karst topography.
High-Speed Rail Viaducts
Marvel at the engineering of the Gui-Guang HSR bridges cutting straight through the mountainous terrain.
Guangzhou Skyline
The Canton Tower and the skyscrapers of Zhujiang New Town are frequently visible during the southern descent.
Pearl River Network
The intricate web of rivers and industrial ports that signify the entry into the Pearl River Delta.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, as the sun illuminates the mountains and the Guangzhou skyline. During the descent into CAN, stay alert for the 'Slim Waist' (Canton Tower) which typically appears on the right side if landing on the northern runways.
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Wuling Mountain Range
Aerial views of the jagged, ancient peaks that define the border between Guizhou and Hunan provinces.
Yuan River Meanders
Watch the winding silver ribbons of the Yuan River carving through deep green mountain valleys.
Nanling National Forest
Dense, mountainous canopy marking the transition into the humid subtropical climate of Guangdong.
Huaihua Urban Cluster
A clear view of the high-rise urban expansion in western Hunan contrasted against rural farmland.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. During takeoff from TEN, you will have a better chance of seeing the outskirts of Fenghuang Ancient Town if the wind is blowing from the north.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 640 km (398 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: TEN (27.883333, 109.308889)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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