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YNT → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Yantai Laishan Airport (Yantai) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of China's major inland water bodies, including Hongze Lake and Poyang Lake, as well as the majestic peaks of the Nanling Mountains. Flying south, the right side also provides a better chance to spot the iconic Yangtze River crossings and the sprawling urban landscape of Guangzhou upon arrival.
Sacred Mount Tai
Look west over Shandong to catch a glimpse of this UNESCO World Heritage mountain peak.
Hongze Lake
The fourth largest freshwater lake in China appears as a vast blue expanse in Jiangsu.
Yangtze River Crossings
Spot the massive bridges connecting northern and southern China over the world's third longest river.
Poyang Lake Basin
Spectacular views of China's largest freshwater lake, showing dramatic seasonal water level changes.
Nanling Mountain Range
The natural border between central China and Guangdong, featuring lush green ridges and valleys.
The right side is the prime spot for viewing major geographic landmarks. On clear days, the transition from the flat plains of the north to the mountainous terrain of the south is distinct. For the best experience, choose a flight departing around noon to ensure the sun is high and shadows highlight the mountain contours.
Shandong Peninsula Edge
Watch the coastline of the Yellow Sea as the plane departs south from Yantai.
Yangtze River Delta
A massive grid of lights and urban development spanning Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces.
Taihu Lake Distant Views
The shimmering surface of China's third largest freshwater lake visible to the east.
Pearl River Estuary
On final approach, see the busy shipping lanes and ports of the eastern Pearl River Delta.
For afternoon flights, the left side avoids direct sunlight, making it easier to photograph the coastal haze and city lights without glare. Keep an eye out for the dense network of canals in the Yangtze Delta region during the middle of the flight.
Distance: 1,738 km (1,080 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: YNT (37.40169906616211, 121.37200164794922)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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