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WUS โ HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanping Wuyishan Airport (Wuyishan) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, combining the ancient sandstone peaks of Wuyishan at takeoff with the dramatic urban sprawl of the Pearl River Delta and the world-class engineering of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge on descent.
Mount Wuyi UNESCO Peaks
Spectacular views of the unique Danxia landforms and winding rivers immediately after departing WUS.
Shenzhen Skyline
A clear view of the massive skyscraper clusters in Futian and Nanshan districts during the descent.
HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge stretching across the Lingdingyang channel of the Pearl River.
Pearl River Estuary
Dozens of cargo ships and ferries navigating the busy waters connecting Hong Kong to the mainland.
Tian Tan Buddha
On a clear day during a western approach, the giant bronze statue on Lantau Island may be visible atop the hills.
The right side is the 'urban side' of this route. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Wuyi mountains and the Shenzhen skyline. Be sure to look out for the bridge-tunnel artificial islands near HKG airportโthey are an engineering marvel visible only from the air.
Wuyi Tea Plantations
Bird's-eye view of the lush, terraced valleys where the world-famous Da Hong Pao tea is cultivated.
Fujian-Guangdong Borderlands
Continuous sequences of rolling hills and dense subtropical forests characterizing the interior of Southeast China.
Sai Kung Archipelago
On approach from the east, you can see the emerald waters and white sand beaches of Hong Kong's volcanic islands.
Kowloon Peninsula
A dense urban view of Tsim Sha Tsui and the high-rises of Kowloon if the flight tracks along the northern harbor route.
For the best lighting, choose this side on afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. During the descent, keep an eye out for the contrast between the uninhabited green islands and the sudden density of the Hong Kong urban core. This side is particularly scenic if the airport is operating with an easterly wind for landing.
Distance: 727 km (452 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: WUS (27.7019, 118.000999)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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