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Our Recommendation
7.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of China's significant water bodies, including the initial coastline of the Gulf of Tonkin, the expansive Dongting Lake, and the majestic Yangtze River crossing.

Right Side Highlights
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Silver Beach Coastline

Immediate views of Beihai's famous white sand beaches and the blue waters of the Gulf of Tonkin during the initial climb.

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Dongting Lake

Aerial perspective of China's second-largest freshwater lake, often appearing as a vast silver mirror amidst the green landscape.

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Yangtze River

A clear view of the winding Yangtze River as the flight path crosses over the Hubei basin, often showing heavy barge traffic.

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Henan Agricultural Plains

As you enter the Yellow River valley region, observe the meticulously organized grid patterns of one of China's main breadbaskets.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be behind or above the plane, providing the best lighting for photography of Dongting Lake and the Yangtze. Keep an eye out about 60-80 minutes into the flight for the major river crossings. Seasonal haze can affect visibility in the Central Plains, so winter flights might have obscured ground views.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Guangxi Karst Formations

Distant but visible limestone peaks and rugged terrain typical of the South China region shortly after departure.

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Wuling Mountain Range

View of the dense, green mountain ridges spanning the border between Hunan and Hubei provinces.

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Sunset Horizon

On late afternoon flights, this side provides a front-row seat to the sun setting over the inland Chinese landscape.

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Western Zhengzhou Suburbs

During the northern approach into CGO, view the rapidly developing urban expansion and industrial zones.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset, but be aware of the glare. It is the better side for viewing the high-altitude transition from the lush green hills of the south to the drier, brownish tones of the Central Plains during autumn or winter.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,510 km (938 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min

Departure: BHY (21.5394, 109.293999)

Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)

Route Type: Domestic

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