YIH → HKG

Yangtze River Bends

Immediately after takeoff, witness the southern curves of the Yangtze as it exits the Three Gorges region toward the plains.

Dongting Lake

Aerial perspective of China's second-largest freshwater lake, a massive expanse of water and wetlands in Hunan province.

Nanling Mountains

Dense, mist-covered mountain ranges that mark the natural boundary between Central and Southern China.

Dongguan Urban Sprawl

The incredible density of the Pearl River Delta's industrial heartland as the flight descends toward the coast.

Victoria Harbour

On standard arrivals (Runway 07), the left side provides a world-class view of the Hong Kong Island skyscrapers and the Kowloon peninsula.

Jianghan Plain

Intricate patterns of agricultural fields and canals south of Yichang, showcasing Hubei's 'Land of Fish and Rice'.

Wulingyuan Distant Peaks

On clear days, the rugged karst topography of the Zhangjiajie region can be spotted to the far west.

Guangzhou Skyline

Excellent views of the Canton Tower and the Zhujiang New Town business district during the mid-descent phase.

HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge

The world's longest sea-crossing bridge is clearly visible stretching across the Pearl River Estuary during final approach.

Lantau Island

Detailed views of the Big Buddha (Tian Tan Buddha) and the rugged hiking trails of Lantau just before touchdown.