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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Yangtze River crossing at Wuhan and the spectacular descent over the Pearl River Delta and the Humen Bridge.

Right Side Highlights
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Wuhan Megacity

A massive urban landscape divided by the convergence of the Yangtze and Han rivers.

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Yangtze River Crossing

An impressive aerial view of the wide river and several iconic bridges connecting the three districts of Wuhan.

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Danxia Mountain Range

The world-famous red rock landforms in northern Guangdong, appearing as vibrant rust-colored cliffs.

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Pearl River Delta

A continuous carpet of industry and urban development extending from Guangzhou to Shenzhen.

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Pearl River Estuary

The final descent offers views of the Humen Bridge and dozens of cargo ships navigating the estuary.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the Wuhan crossing and 20 minutes before landing for the Pearl River scenery.

Left Side Highlights
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Dabie Mountains

Rugged peaks and deep valleys forming the natural border between Henan, Hubei, and Anhui provinces.

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Poyang Lake

Views of China's largest freshwater lake and the lush wetlands of the Jiangxi basin.

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Nanchang Urban Area

The capital of Jiangxi province, notable for its dense skyline centered around the Gan River.

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Dongjiang River

A major water source for the region, winding through the mountainous terrain of northern Guangdong.

Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off Poyang Lake. During the approach to SZX, this side provides views of the eastern mountains and the tech hubs of Longgang.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,321 km (821 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min

Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)

Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)

Route Type: Domestic

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