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Which side of the plane to sit from Yaoqiang Airport (Jinan) to Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the North China Plain into the rugged Funiu Mountains and the spectacular Karst landscape and deep river gorges of Guizhou.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Songshan & Shaolin

The rugged mountains near Zhengzhou, home to the historic Shaolin Monastery and ancient geological formations.

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Yangtze River Crossing

A view of the mighty Yangtze as it flows through the Hubei region, often characterized by heavy river traffic and large bridges.

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Wujiang River Gorge

Stunning emerald waters winding through deep limestone canyons as the flight enters Guizhou province.

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Guizhou Karst Peaks

The iconic 'forest of peaks' landscape, featuring thousands of conical limestone hills that define the region's unique geography.

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High-Altitude Bridges

Look for some of the world's highest bridges spanning deep valleys during the descent into Guiyang.

Choose the right side for the most dramatic terrain. The approach into Guiyang (KWE) is particularly scenic on this side, as the plane descends over the sharp karst topography. Mid-day flights are ideal to avoid glare while capturing the deep greens of the Guizhou valleys.

Left Side Highlights
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Mount Tai (Taishan)

Visible shortly after takeoff from Jinan, look for the granite peaks of this sacred mountain rising above the surrounding landscape.

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North China Plain

A vast expanse of agricultural patterns and dense village networks stretching across Henan province.

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Changsha Cityscape

Depending on the specific airway, the skyline of the Hunan capital and the Xiang River may be visible in the distance.

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Fanjingshan Range

The eastern edges of the Wuling Mountains, featuring UNESCO-listed peaks known for their unique vertical rock structures.

Sit on the left for the best chance to spot Mount Tai within the first 15 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights provide better lighting for the eastern side of the mountains as the sun moves west.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,510 km (938 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min

Departure: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)

Arrival: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)

Route Type: Domestic

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