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WUH → KWE
Which side of the plane to sit from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan) to Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Wuling Mountain range and the dramatic deep-cut canyons of the Wujiang River as you transition into the Guizhou Plateau.
Yangtze River Curves
Catch glimpses of the mighty Yangtze River as it winds through the landscape west of the Wuhan metro area.
Wuling Mountains
Spectacular views of the jagged peaks and dense forests that define the border region between Hubei, Hunan, and Guizhou.
Wujiang River Canyon
The deep, turquoise waters of the Wujiang River cutting through steep limestone cliffs as you enter Guizhou airspace.
Karst Topography
The signature 'cone-shaped' hills of Guizhou begin to appear in clusters as the plane descends toward Longdongbao.
North Guiyang Skyscrapers
View of the modern financial district and tall residential towers rising between the karst peaks during descent.
The right side is essential for viewing the dramatic canyon scenery. Best viewed on morning or midday flights for optimal lighting on the mountain faces. Keep an eye out about 40 minutes into the flight for the most rugged terrain.
Wuhan Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the 'Chicago of China' and its dense urban architecture immediately after takeoff from Tianhe.
Yangtze Tributaries
Numerous winding rivers and small lakes that feed into the greater Yangtze basin across southern Hubei.
Hunan Agricultural Grids
Patterned rice paddies and rural settlements that characterize the transition between Hubei and Hunan provinces.
Guiyang Basin
The final approach provides a clear look at the city of Guiyang nestled within its surrounding green hills.
Sit on the left for better views of the Wuhan city center during the initial climb. This side is also preferable for evening flights to avoid direct sun glare as you head southwest.
Distance: 863 km (536 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Arrival: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)
Route Type: Domestic
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