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CKG → CSX
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Yangtze River bends and the sprawling Dongting Lake during the descent into Changsha.
Yangtze River Gorges
Aerial views of the river's dramatic twists as it carves through the border between Chongqing and Hubei.
Wushan Mountains
Dense, cloud-shrouded peaks that form a rugged natural barrier, often creating a sea-of-clouds effect.
Dongting Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible to the north during the flight's descent into the Hunan plains.
Changsha North Skyline
The expanding urban sprawl of Changsha's northern districts and the industrial zones near the Xiang River.
Opt for a window seat on the left for the best views of the Yangtze River and Dongting Lake. Morning flights are ideal as the sun remains to the south, illuminating the northern mountain faces and lake surfaces without glare. Watch for the sharp transition from the rugged Wushan peaks to the flat, water-rich landscape of the Jianghan Plain.
Chongqing Peninsula
Spectacular views of the high-density skyscraper clusters at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers upon takeoff.
Wuling Karst Terrain
Rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys characteristic of the famous Zhangjiajie region further south.
Xiang River Valley
The primary waterway of Hunan province, winding northwards through rolling green hills and urban centers.
Orange Isle
A massive, slender island in the middle of the Xiang River, a historical and cultural landmark of Changsha.
The right side is excellent for capturing Chongqing's unique mountain-city urbanism during departure. In the late afternoon, the low sun creates dramatic shadows over the Wuling mountain ranges. On the final approach into Changsha Huanghua, keep your eyes peeled for the distinctive long shape of Orange Isle sitting in the heart of the Xiang River.
Distance: 662 km (411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Route Type: Domestic
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