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WUH → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the massive Yangtze River at takeoff and the sprawling Dongting Lake mid-flight, complemented by the vast Pearl River Delta during descent.
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Yangtze River Confluence
A stunning view of the mighty Yangtze and Han rivers winding through the heart of Wuhan during the climb.
Dongting Lake
China's second-largest freshwater lake appears as a massive, shimmering silver expanse to the west.
Mount Heng
One of the Five Sacred Mountains of China, featuring prominent peaks rising above the Hunan plains.
Pearl River Delta
The dense, interconnected urban sprawl of Foshan and western Guangzhou during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights to catch the reflection of the sky on the Yangtze and Dongting Lake. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to fully appreciate the scale of the river systems in Hubei and Hunan. During summer months, watch for dramatic cloud formations over the southern mountains.
Book Hotels in GuangzhouEast Lake & Wuhan Skyline
Aerial views of the Wuchang district and the expansive East Lake shortly after departing WUH.
Mufu Mountain Range
Rugged, forested mountain ridges forming the natural border between Hubei and Jiangxi provinces.
Mount Danxia
World-famous red sandstone landforms near Shaoguan, visible about 20-30 minutes before arrival.
Canton Tower
Depending on the approach pattern into CAN, the iconic tower and Zhujiang New Town skyline can appear on the left.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for clearer photos of the Danxia landforms. If the flight approaches CAN from the north, keep your eyes peeled for the distinct red cliffs of Shaoguan. This side is typically quieter for light during late afternoon flights.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 827 km (514 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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