Guilin to Hangzhou is 723 miles (1,164 km), a flight of about 2 hours 10 minutes.
The takeoff views of Guilin's iconic karst landscape are more visually distinctive and geographically unique than the landing approach. While Hangzhou offers urban interest, the karst peaks are a world-renowned natural feature that provides superior scenic value for the flight.
Flight Path
Ganzhou region with Ganjiang River valley, transition from karst terrain to more rolling hills, Zhejiang Province's agricultural plains and scattered lakes, Quzhou area with river valleys
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Takeoff from KWL
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Li River valley and karst peaks immediately west and northwest of Guilin airport during climb-out. The distinctive limestone formations of the Guilin karst landscape are most prominent on the right side as the aircraft departs northeastward.
Landing at HGH
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views of Hangzhou's urban landscape, West Lake, and the Qiantang River during descent into Xiaoshan airport. The approach path from the southwest brings these major landmarks into clear view on the left side of the aircraft.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Liangjiang (KWL) to Xiaoshan (HGH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Guilin to Hangzhou. The takeoff views of Guilin's iconic karst landscape are more visually distinctive and geographically unique than the landing approach. While Hangzhou offers urban interest, the karst peaks are a world-renowned natural feature that provides superior scenic value for the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Liangjiang in Guilin?
During takeoff from Liangjiang (KWL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Li River valley and karst peaks immediately west and northwest of Guilin airport during climb-out. The distinctive limestone formations of the Guilin karst landscape are most prominent on the right side as the aircraft departs northeastward. Notable sights include: Li River (Lijiang), Guilin karst peaks (Diecai Shan, Elephant Trunk Hill area), Guilin city center, Yangshuo karst formations to the southwest.
What can I see when landing at Xiaoshan in Hangzhou?
When landing at Xiaoshan (HGH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of Hangzhou's urban landscape, West Lake, and the Qiantang River during descent into Xiaoshan airport. The approach path from the southwest brings these major landmarks into clear view on the left side of the aircraft. Notable sights include: West Lake (Xi Hu), Hangzhou city center and urban sprawl, Qiantang River, Xiaoshan District industrial areas.
How long is the flight from Guilin to Hangzhou?
The flight from Liangjiang (KWL) to Xiaoshan (HGH) takes about 2 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 723 miles (1,164 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Guilin to Hangzhou flight path pass over?
Ganzhou region with Ganjiang River valley, transition from karst terrain to more rolling hills, Zhejiang Province's agricultural plains and scattered lakes, Quzhou area with river valleys