CGD → XIY

Yuan River Path

Follow the winding path of the Yuan River immediately after takeoff from Changde, surrounded by lush agricultural basins.

Mount Huashan

On clear days during the descent, look northeast to spot the sheer granite cliffs of one of China's Five Sacred Mountains.

Wei River Valley

Observe the vast, flat Loess Plateau plains and the historic Wei River as the aircraft aligns for its final landing sequence.

Xi'an Urban Core

Catch glimpses of the rectangular layout of the ancient city center and the sprawl of the Guanzhong Plain.

Daba Mountains

Cross over the dense, mist-shrouded peaks of the Daba range as you exit Hunan and enter Shaanxi province.

Qinling Nature Reserves

Fly over the high-altitude forests of the western Qinling, a crucial ecological boundary separating northern and southern China.

Xi'an High-Tech Zone

During the final approach, see the modern skyscrapers and industrial parks of the city's rapidly expanding western districts.