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TYN → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Taihang Mountain range shortly after departure and provides a better vantage point for the Yangtze River crossing and the urban sprawl of Wuhan.
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic limestone cliffs and deep valleys of the Taihang range visible shortly after takeoff from Taiyuan.
Yellow River Crossing
The 'Mother River' of China as it winds through the plains of Henan province.
Wuhan Cityscape
A bird's-eye view of the massive tri-city area of Wuhan and its numerous bridges spanning the Yangtze.
Luoxiao Mountains
Dense, green forested ridges along the border of Hunan and Jiangxi provinces during the mid-flight phase.
Pearl River Delta
The dense industrial and residential landscape of the northern Pearl River Delta during the descent into Guangzhou.
Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Taihang peaks. For afternoon flights, this side is ideal as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing window glare. Look for the distinct change in topography from the dry Loess Plateau to the lush southern greenery midway through the flight.
Loess Plateau
The unique, highly eroded silt-based terrain of Shanxi province visible immediately after departure.
Luoyang Vicinity
Fly over the historical basin near Luoyang, one of China's ancient capitals, surrounded by the Funiu mountains.
Dongting Lake
The vast expanse of China's second-largest freshwater lake may be visible in the distance over Hunan.
Xiang River
The winding path of the Xiang River, a major tributary of the Yangtze, cutting through the Hunan landscape.
Nanling Mountains
The natural boundary between Central and South China, featuring rugged terrain and frequent cloud seas.
Recommended for morning flights to have the sun behind you. This side offers a great perspective on the terraced farming of the Loess Plateau. Keep an eye out for seasonal fog in the Hubei and Hunan basins, which can create a mystical 'sea of clouds' effect over the peaks.
Distance: 1,597 km (992 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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