The left side wins on both ends of the flight: a clear view of Guangzhou's skyline and river delta at takeoff, and Bali's volcanic peaks framing the descent into Denpasar, while the right side is dominated by featureless ocean for most of the route.
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Flight Path
Guangzhou to Denpasar is 2,224 miles (3,580 km), a flight of about 5 hours 5 minutes.
South China Sea open water, Spratly Islands region, Palawan and northern Borneo coastlines glimpsed in the distance, Java Sea approaching the Lesser Sunda Islands
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from CAN
LEFTDeparting CAN southbound, the left (east-facing) side gives a good look at Guangzhou's dense urban core and the Pearl River as it winds through Tianhe and Zhujiang New Town before the plane climbs over the delta toward the coast. The right side mostly shows the flatter Baiyun district and farmland with less visual interest.
Landing at DPS
LEFTOn approach into Denpasar from the west using runway 09, the left side faces north toward Bali's volcanic interior, giving passengers a striking view of Mount Agung and Mount Batur rising above terraced hillsides and Denpasar's sprawl. The right side mostly shows open ocean and the flatter Bukit Peninsula, which is less dramatic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Guangzhou to Denpasar. The left side wins on both ends of the flight: a clear view of Guangzhou's skyline and river delta at takeoff, and Bali's volcanic peaks framing the descent into Denpasar, while the right side is dominated by featureless ocean for most of the route.
What can I see during takeoff from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in Guangzhou?
During takeoff from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing CAN southbound, the left (east-facing) side gives a good look at Guangzhou's dense urban core and the Pearl River as it winds through Tianhe and Zhujiang New Town before the plane climbs over the delta toward the coast. The right side mostly shows the flatter Baiyun district and farmland with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Pearl River and Zhujiang New Town skyline, Guangzhou CBD towers, Pearl River Delta waterways, distant Humen Bridge area.
What can I see when landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
When landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Denpasar from the west using runway 09, the left side faces north toward Bali's volcanic interior, giving passengers a striking view of Mount Agung and Mount Batur rising above terraced hillsides and Denpasar's sprawl. The right side mostly shows open ocean and the flatter Bukit Peninsula, which is less dramatic. Notable sights include: Mount Agung, Mount Batur caldera, Denpasar city and rice terraces, Benoa Harbor.
How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Denpasar?
The flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) takes about 5 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,224 miles (3,580 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Guangzhou to Denpasar flight path pass over?
South China Sea open water, Spratly Islands region, Palawan and northern Borneo coastlines glimpsed in the distance, Java Sea approaching the Lesser Sunda Islands