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CKG → CGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of dramatic mountain terrain, the expansive Danjiangkou Reservoir, and the distinctive transition from the rugged southwest to the vast North China Plain.
Danjiangkou Reservoir
The massive, deep-blue waters of Asia's largest artificial freshwater lake, a key node in the South-to-North Water Diversion Project.
Water Diversion Canal
The distinct, linear engineering marvel of the central canal route cutting across the Henan landscape.
Central Plains Patchwork
The iconic 'breadbasket' of China, featuring a grid-like pattern of seasonal crops stretching to the horizon.
Mount Song Distant Peaks
On clear days, the silhouette of the sacred mountain range near Shaolin can be seen to the northeast during descent.
The highlight of this side is the Danjiangkou Reservoir; it usually appears about 35-45 minutes into the flight. Sitting on the right also avoids the direct glare of the afternoon sun on this northeast heading, making it better for photography.
Chongqing Skyscrapers
Bird's-eye view of the dense 'Mountain City' skyline and the Jialing River as the plane gains altitude.
Daba Mountains
Vast stretches of karst mountains and deep valleys marking the northern edge of the Sichuan Basin.
Southern Qinling Range
The southern foothills of China's great ecological divide, featuring lush forests and steep ridges.
Nanyang Basin Edge
The gradual shift from high mountains to the agricultural clusters of western Henan province.
Opt for an afternoon flight to have the sun behind the aircraft, illuminating the Daba and Qinling mountain ridges without glare. For the best view of Chongqing's urban sprawl, look out immediately after takeoff if departing towards the north.
Distance: 862 km (536 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Route Type: Domestic
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