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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of China's massive freshwater systems, including the crossing of the Yangtze River and an expansive view of Poyang Lake, combined with coastal glimpses early in the flight.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Yellow Sea Coastline

Catch views of the Bohai Sea and Yellow Sea intersection shortly after departing the Shandong Peninsula.

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Hongze Lake

View one of the largest freshwater lakes in China located in the lower Huai River basin.

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Yangtze River Crossing

Witness the massive scale of the Yangtze River as the flight path crosses it near the Anhui-Jiangsu border.

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Poyang Lake

Extensive views of China's largest freshwater lake, showcasing varying water levels and wetlands depending on the season.

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Guangzhou Urban Hub

A sprawling view of the Pearl River Delta's dense urbanization and skyscrapers during the final approach.

Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for clearer photos of Poyang Lake. In summer, this side offers the best views of the lush, green Jiangxi landscape. Watch for the 'Golden Water' effect on the Yangtze if flying during late afternoon.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Shandong Highlands

Rugged terrain and distant silhouettes of the central Shandong mountain ranges shortly after takeoff.

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North China Plain

The intricate geometric patterns of vast agricultural fields stretching across the Henan and Anhui borders.

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Dabie Mountains

Fly over the significant forested mountain range that serves as a major watershed in Central China.

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Gan River Valley

Follow the winding path of the Gan River as it carves through the hilly terrain of southern China.

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Nanling Mountains

The dramatic ridges of the Nanling range which mark the geographic entry point into Guangdong Province.

Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the inland mountains. The air is often clearer over the mountains than the coastal plains, providing sharp relief of the Nanling peaks during winter months.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,576 km (979 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min

Departure: WEF (36.646702000000005, 119.119003)

Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)

Route Type: Domestic

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