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AQG → CKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Anqing Tianzhushan Airport (Anqing) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Yangtze River's winding course and the dramatic reservoir landscape created by the Three Gorges Dam as the flight moves from the Anhui plains into the Sichuan Basin.
Yangtze River Meanders
Aerial perspectives of the massive Yangtze River snaking through the Hubei plains shortly after takeoff.
Three Gorges Reservoir
Expansive views of the vast, deep blue waters held back by the Three Gorges Dam system.
Wu Gorge Cliffs
Dramatic limestone peaks and steep valley walls near the border of Hubei and Chongqing.
Chongqing Confluence
The spectacular sight of the Jialing River meeting the Yangtze amidst the dense skyscrapers of the Yuzhong District.
Chongqing Bridges
Dozens of massive bridges spanning the rivers as you descend into the world's most mountainous megacity.
For the best photography, choose a mid-morning flight to ensure the sun illuminates the river valleys without creating heavy glare. The transition from the flat plains of Anhui to the rugged mountains of Chongqing is sudden; keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight.
Tianzhu Mountain
Visible almost immediately after departure, featuring distinctive granite peaks and pillars.
Dabie Mountains
A long range of forested ridges that form the primary geographic divide between North and South China.
Shennongjia Peaks
The high-altitude mountainous region known for its biodiversity and often shrouded in mystical clouds.
Sichuan Basin Rim
The sharp geographical descent from the high eastern mountains down into the lower Sichuan Basin floor.
The right side is excellent for viewing the more remote mountain wilderness of Shennongjia. During winter months, these northern ranges are frequently covered in snow, offering a stark and beautiful contrast to the green valleys below.
Distance: 1,005 km (624 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: AQG (30.582199, 117.050003)
Arrival: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Route Type: Domestic
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