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CGO → DLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou) to Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides superior views of the Bohai Strait islands and the dramatic coastal approach into the Liaodong Peninsula, offering a mix of maritime and mountain scenery.
Shandong Peninsula
Views of the rugged, mountainous terrain of eastern Shandong Province in the distance.
Changshan Islands
The 'string of pearls'—a beautiful archipelago in the Bohai Strait visible during the mid-flight over-water segment.
Bohai Shipping Lanes
Dozens of cargo ships and tankers navigating one of the world's busiest maritime corridors into northern China.
Dalian Coastline
The dramatic cliffs, beaches, and urban shoreline of Dalian as the plane turns for its final approach into DLC.
Choose the right side for the best maritime views. This side is especially scenic during the final 20 minutes of the flight as you cross the Bohai Strait. For morning flights, this side will have direct sun, so keep your window shade partially closed until reaching the coast for the best photo contrast.
Zhengzhou Skyline
Aerial view of the Zhengzhou metropolis and the sprawling Xinzheng International Airport area immediately after takeoff.
Yellow River Crossing
A clear view of the massive, sediment-rich Yellow River as the flight heads northeast toward the coast.
Bohai Rim Industry
Vast industrial complexes and the heavy logistics infrastructure of the Tianjin and Tangshan coastal regions.
Mainland Sunset
On evening flights, this side offers spectacular sunset views over the vast North China Plain.
The left side is preferable for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Chinese mainland. It provides a better perspective of the dense urban clusters of the North China Plain. Keep an eye out for the distinct yellow hue of the river systems in this region.
Distance: 845 km (525 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Arrival: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Route Type: Domestic
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