While the takeoff offers Pacific views, the landing provides more dramatic and geographically distinctive scenery. The karst mountains and Guiyang basin are visually striking and unique to this region, making the right side the better choice for the overall journey.
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Flight Path
Los Angeles to Guiyang is 7,314 miles (11,771 km), a flight of about 13 hours 20 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Pacific Ocean for approximately 6-7 hours with no visible landmarks, then enters Asian airspace over the Philippines or Taiwan region. Subsequent segments pass over southern China including views of the Yunnan plateau terrain, the Guangxi karst region, and finally the Guizhou highlands. The Yangtze River valley and its tributaries may be visible during portions of the approach to central China. Most of the transpacific segment offers only ocean views.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LAX
LEFTLeft seats offer views of the Pacific coastline and Santa Monica Bay as the aircraft climbs westbound over the ocean before turning northwest. Right seats face inland toward the San Gabriel Mountains, which are less visually distinctive during initial climb.
Landing at KWE
RIGHTRight seats provide views of the Wuling Mountains and the Guiyang basin terrain during descent into Guiyang. The airport sits in a valley surrounded by karst topography, which is more visible from the right side during standard approach vectors from the northeast.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Los Angeles to Guiyang. While the takeoff offers Pacific views, the landing provides more dramatic and geographically distinctive scenery. The karst mountains and Guiyang basin are visually striking and unique to this region, making the right side the better choice for the overall journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?
During takeoff from Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of the Pacific coastline and Santa Monica Bay as the aircraft climbs westbound over the ocean before turning northwest. Right seats face inland toward the San Gabriel Mountains, which are less visually distinctive during initial climb. Notable sights include: Santa Monica Bay, Pacific Ocean coastline, Catalina Island (visible on clear days), Santa Monica Pier area.
What can I see when landing at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport in Guiyang?
When landing at Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide views of the Wuling Mountains and the Guiyang basin terrain during descent into Guiyang. The airport sits in a valley surrounded by karst topography, which is more visible from the right side during standard approach vectors from the northeast. Notable sights include: Wuling Mountains, Guiyang urban basin, Nanming River valley, karst limestone ridges.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Guiyang?
The flight from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE) takes about 13 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 7,314 miles (11,771 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Los Angeles to Guiyang flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Pacific Ocean for approximately 6-7 hours with no visible landmarks, then enters Asian airspace over the Philippines or Taiwan region. Subsequent segments pass over southern China including views of the Yunnan plateau terrain, the Guangxi karst region, and finally the Guizhou highlands. The Yangtze River valley and its tributaries may be visible during portions of the approach to central China. Most of the transpacific segment offers only ocean views.