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CKG → HDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Handan Airport (Handan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior variety of landmarks, featuring the massive Danjiangkou Reservoir, the lush Funiu Mountains, and a spectacular crossing of the Yellow River before landing.
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Upper Yangtze Tributaries
Serpentine river systems cutting through the mountainous terrain of eastern Chongqing.
Danjiangkou Reservoir
A massive, brilliant blue body of water that serves as the source for the South-to-North Water Transfer Project.
Funiu Mountains
Dense forest canopies and rolling green hills located in western Henan Province.
Yellow River Crossing
A classic view of the wide, sediment-rich 'Mother River' as it winds through the North China Plain.
Handan Cityscape
The sprawling urban layout of one of China's oldest continuously inhabited cities during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights when the sun illuminates the reservoir and the Yellow River. The Danjiangkou Reservoir is the highlight; look for it roughly at the midpoint of the flight. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Yellow River, usually 15-20 minutes before landing.
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Daba Mountains
Dramatic karst formations and steep ridges as the flight exits the Sichuan Basin.
Qinling Mountain Range
China's central geographic divide, showcasing high peaks and deep forested valleys.
Southern Loess Plateau
Unique terraced landscapes and yellow-tinted geological formations typical of central China.
Taihang Mountains
The rugged western boundary of the North China Plain with distinct limestone cliffs.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. The most dramatic mountain views occur in the first 40 minutes of the flight. Watch for the sharp transition where the mountains meet the flat plains near the end of the journey.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,047 km (651 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: HDG (36.5258333333, 114.425555556)
Route Type: Domestic
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