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CGO → MIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou) to Mianyang Airport (Mianyang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the central Qinling Mountains and the dramatic transition from the high peaks into the Hanzhong Basin, followed by the towering edge of the Longmen Mountains.
Qinling Main Range
Breathtaking views of China's primary geographic divide, with peaks often shrouded in clouds or snow in winter.
Hanzhong Basin
A fertile, lush valley nestled between the Qinling and Daba mountains, appearing as a vibrant green corridor.
Micang Mountains
Rugged limestone karst-like topography and deep river valleys visible during the mid-flight transition.
Longmen Mountains
On clear days, see the sharp vertical rise of the mountains that mark the boundary to the Tibetan Plateau.
Choose the right side for morning flights to avoid direct glare. The highlight is the crossing of the Qinling Mountains; keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes after departure from Zhengzhou for the most dramatic peak views.
Zhengzhou Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the rapidly expanding Henan capital and its complex highway networks shortly after takeoff.
Funiu Mountains
The easternmost extension of the Qinling range, featuring dense forest cover and rugged ridges.
Daba Mountain Range
Extensive view of the southern mountain barrier as the flight enters the northern borders of Sichuan.
Sichuan Basin Terraces
The characteristic patchwork of small-scale agricultural terraces and rural settlements typical of eastern Sichuan.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the deep greens of the Sichuan Basin. Look for the winding path of the Fujiang River as you begin your final descent into Mianyang.
Distance: 915 km (569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Arrival: MIG (31.4281005859375, 104.74099731445312)
Route Type: Domestic
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