About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Gimpo (GMP) to Luogang (HFE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Seoul to Hefei. While takeoff offers Seoul views, the landing approach into Hefei provides more dramatic and sustained scenery—the transition from the Yangtze floodplain through agricultural fields into the city proper is visually distinctive. Left-side seats capture this sequence better.
What can I see during takeoff from Gimpo in Seoul?
During takeoff from Gimpo (GMP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Seoul's urban sprawl and the Han River estuary as the aircraft climbs southwestward. You'll see the city grid and waterways clearly during the initial climb-out before heading toward the Yellow Sea. Notable sights include: Han River (Hangang) winding through Seoul, Seoul metropolitan area grid pattern, Incheon to the west across the Yellow Sea, Korean peninsula coastline.
What can I see when landing at Luogang in Hefei?
When landing at Luogang (HFE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of the Hefei urban area and surrounding agricultural plains during descent. The approach path brings you over the Yangtze River floodplain and the city's eastern districts, offering clear views of the landscape before touchdown. Notable sights include: Hefei city proper with its grid layout, Nanfei River running through the city, flat Yangtze River floodplain with agricultural fields, Chaohu Lake to the northeast.
How long is the flight from Seoul to Hefei?
The flight from Gimpo (GMP) to Luogang (HFE) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Seoul to Hefei flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Yellow Sea heading southwest, passing over the Shandong Peninsula's eastern coast and inland regions. You'll see the transition from Korean peninsula terrain to Chinese mainland, with the North China Plain becoming visible. The Huai River valley and its agricultural landscape dominate the mid-flight portion before descent into Hefei.