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CGO → NGB
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse landscape transition from the vast Central Plains into the rugged Dabie Mountains and the scenic Siming Mountain range near the destination.
Dabie Mountains
Rolling green peaks and deep valleys as the flight traverses the border between Anhui and Hubei provinces.
Qiantang River
The winding path of the famous river known for its tidal bores, visible as you bypass Hangzhou.
Siming Mountains
Dense forest cover and undulating ridges that dominate the landscape west of Ningbo during the final approach.
Sunset Horizon
On late afternoon flights, this side provides spectacular views of the sunset over the mountainous interior of China.
Reservoir Networks
Glimpses of large freshwater reservoirs nestled within the valleys of Zhejiang province.
The right side is highly recommended for evening flights to enjoy the sunset. Keep your window shade open as you cross into Anhui to catch the dramatic change from flat farmland to mountainous terrain. The final 15 minutes offer excellent views of the Siming Mountains' lush topography.
Zhengzhou Urban Area
Vast views of the Henan provincial capital and its expanding high-tech industrial zones upon departure.
Yellow River Basin
Agricultural patterns and the fertile plains of central China stretching toward the horizon.
Yangtze River Crossing
A stunning aerial perspective of the massive Yangtze River as the flight path crosses into the lower reaches.
Hangzhou Bay Estuary
Distant views of the muddy, wide estuary where the Qiantang River meets the East China Sea.
Ningbo Port Infrastructure
Views of the industrial outskirts and massive logistics hubs that define Ningbo's global trade status.
For the best visibility of the Yangtze River, look out about 40-50 minutes after takeoff. During the descent into Ningbo, the left side provides a better chance to see the massive scale of the Hangzhou Bay area and its bridges if the flight path approaches from the north.
Distance: 887 km (551 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Arrival: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Route Type: Domestic
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