Ninbo to Guangzhou is 672 miles (1,081 km), a flight of about 2 hours 10 minutes.
The right side offers more topographic variety throughout the flight — inland hills near Ningbo at takeoff, the forested terrain of southern Zhejiang and northern Guangdong during cruise, and the Conghua ridgelines on approach — compared to the flatter, more monotonous coastal and delta views on the left.
Flight Path
The route crosses the hilly terrain of southern Zhejiang and northern Fujian, including parts of the Wuyi Mountain foothills, before descending over the northern Pearl River Delta into Guangzhou.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from NGB
RIGHTDeparting NGB to the southwest, the right side faces inland toward the hills of western Zhejiang, giving passengers a view of rugged terrain rising quickly after the coastal plain, while the left side just shows Hangzhou Bay and flat farmland receding into haze.
Landing at CAN
RIGHTOn approach into CAN from the north, the right side offers views of the forested ridges near Conghua and the northern fringe of the Pearl River Delta before the final turn, while the left side mostly shows the flatter, more built-up delta sprawl.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lishe (NGB) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ninbo to Guangzhou. The right side offers more topographic variety throughout the flight — inland hills near Ningbo at takeoff, the forested terrain of southern Zhejiang and northern Guangdong during cruise, and the Conghua ridgelines on approach — compared to the flatter, more monotonous coastal and delta views on the left.
What can I see during takeoff from Lishe in Ninbo?
During takeoff from Lishe (NGB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing NGB to the southwest, the right side faces inland toward the hills of western Zhejiang, giving passengers a view of rugged terrain rising quickly after the coastal plain, while the left side just shows Hangzhou Bay and flat farmland receding into haze. Notable sights include: Yong River delta, Ningbo city outskirts, hills of western Zhejiang.
What can I see when landing at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in Guangzhou?
When landing at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into CAN from the north, the right side offers views of the forested ridges near Conghua and the northern fringe of the Pearl River Delta before the final turn, while the left side mostly shows the flatter, more built-up delta sprawl. Notable sights include: Conghua hills, northern Pearl River Delta farmland, Baiyun Mountain, Guangzhou skyline in distance.
How long is the flight from Ninbo to Guangzhou?
The flight from Lishe (NGB) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) takes about 2 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 672 miles (1,081 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Ninbo to Guangzhou flight path pass over?
The route crosses the hilly terrain of southern Zhejiang and northern Fujian, including parts of the Wuyi Mountain foothills, before descending over the northern Pearl River Delta into Guangzhou.