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CKG → DLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Yellow River Delta and the sacred Mount Tai, followed by a beautiful coastal approach into Dalian.
Three Gorges Region
The rugged, mountainous terrain of the upper Yangtze River basin shortly after takeoff.
Mount Tai (Taishan)
The most famous of China's Five Sacred Mountains can be spotted near Jinan if the air is clear.
Yellow River Delta
A spectacular sight where the silt-heavy Yellow River meets the blue waters of the Bohai Sea.
Changshan Islands
An archipelago of small, rocky islands scattered across the Bohai Strait during the descent.
Dalian Skyline
A stunning view of Xinghai Square and the coastal skyscrapers as the plane banks for its final approach.
The star attraction is the Yellow River's sediment plume; try to book a mid-day flight for the best color contrast in the water. During the descent into DLC, the plane often makes a wide turn over the sea, offering a panoramic view of Dalian's hilly coastline and modern architecture.
Qinling Mountain Range
View the northern edges of this major geographic dividing line shortly after departure from Chongqing.
Zhengzhou Urban Area
The sprawling capital of Henan province is often visible mid-flight as a dense urban grid.
North China Plain
A vast expanse of agricultural land that creates a patchwork quilt effect from high altitude.
Bohai Industrial Zone
As you approach the coast, watch for the massive ports and heavy industrial hubs near Tangshan.
Dalian North Port
Views of the heavy shipping traffic and shipyards on the northern side of the Liaodong Peninsula.
Choose this side on morning flights to keep the sun behind you. It provides a stable view of the inland plains, but landmarks are less distinct than the coastal features on the right. Keep an eye out for the Great Wall's eastern segments if the flight path tracks slightly further north.
Distance: 1,707 km (1,061 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Route Type: Domestic
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