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CGO → LHW
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (Lanzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the massive Qinling Mountains, the ancient city of Xi'an, and the dramatic Liupan mountain ridges on the final approach.
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Qinling Mountains
The massive mountain range that serves as the natural boundary between North and South China is visible to the south.
Xi'an Metropolitan Area
A sprawling view of the ancient capital, including its high-rise developments and the surrounding Wei River valley.
Mount Hua
On clear days, the extremely steep and jagged granite peaks of this sacred mountain can be spotted east of Xi'an.
Liupan Mountains
A series of high-altitude ridges that the flight crosses just before beginning its descent into the Lanzhou basin.
Opt for the left side on morning flights to avoid direct sunlight glare. Keep an eye out about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the distinctive vertical cliffs of Mount Hua. During winter, the snow-capped Qinling peaks offer an especially dramatic contrast against the dry northern plains.
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Yellow River Bends
The 'Mother River' of China can be seen winding through deep canyons and the Sanmenxia Reservoir area.
Loess Plateau
A world-unique landscape of deep silt deposits, showcasing incredible natural erosion patterns and ancient terraced farming.
Sanmenxia Reservoir
A large blue expanse formed by one of the first major dams built on the Yellow River.
Northern Shaanxi Hills
The rugged, earth-toned landscape characteristic of the Yan'an region, featuring deep gullies and ridges.
The right side is best for photography in the late afternoon when the low sun angle creates long shadows, highlighting the intricate texture of the Loess Plateau's terraces. Watch for the river turning sharply north at the border of Shaanxi and Shanxi provinces.
Book Hotels in LanzhouDistance: 951 km (591 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Arrival: LHW (36.5152015686, 103.620002747)
Route Type: Domestic
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