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WUH → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the world's most dramatic mountain ranges, including the Tian Shan and the European Alps, along with the striking contrasts of the Taklamakan Desert.
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Qilian Mountains
Breathtaking glaciers and high peaks visible shortly after leaving Central China.
Taklamakan Desert
Vast, undulating sand dunes of the Tarim Basin visible from high altitude.
Tian Shan Range
The 'Celestial Mountains' provide a stunning backdrop along the Central Asian border.
Caspian Sea
The deep blue expanse of the world's largest inland sea from a southern perspective.
European Alps
Spectacular glaciated summits and valleys during the final approach phase to France.
Best for high-contrast mountain photography. The transition from the desert to the Caucasus mountains is a major highlight. Since this is a westbound flight, the sun will be on this side for much of the day; use the window shade to manage glare while monitoring the map for the Alps. Morning departures provide the most dramatic shadows over the Chinese ranges.
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Stark and beautiful rocky plateaus stretching across the northern horizon.
Lake Balkhash
A unique, massive turquoise crescent lake situated in the heart of the Kazakh steppe.
Southern Urals
Ancient, weathered ridges marking the geographic transition between Asia and Europe.
Volga River
Aerial views of Russia's iconic waterway winding through the landscape.
European Plains
A geometric patchwork of farmland and historic cities across Germany and the Benelux.
Ideal for photography as the sun remains to the south, significantly reducing window glare and reflections. Look for Lake Balkhash approximately 4 to 5 hours after takeoff. The Ural Mountains are most visually distinct and photogenic during the winter months when covered in heavy snow.
Book Hotels in ParisDistance: 8,865 km (5,508 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 26 min
Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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