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CKG → HIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Lianshui Airport (Huai An)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the winding Yangtze River path, the dense urban landscape of Wuhan, and the massive freshwater lakes of Jiangsu province during descent.
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Yangtze River Curves
Witness the mighty Yangtze as it meanders through the landscape east of the Three Gorges.
Wuhan Metropolitan Area
A clear view of the 'Three Towns of Wuhan' and the iconic bridges spanning the Yangtze and Han rivers.
Hongze Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive blue mirror shortly before landing.
Grand Canal
Spot the historic Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal which intersects the flight path near the destination.
The right side is the 'river side' for this route. Choose this side for afternoon flights to witness a spectacular reflection of the sunset on Hongze Lake. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes after takeoff for the best river views.
Book Hotels in Huai AnChongqing North Sprawl
Aerial perspective of the Yubei district's rapid urban expansion and hilly topography.
Daba Mountains
View of the rugged northern edge of the Sichuan Basin with sharp ridges and deep valleys.
Huaihe Plain
The transition into the flat, organized agricultural grid of the North China Plain.
Lianshui River
The final approach features the intricate network of canals and rivers north of Huai'an.
Sit on the left if you prefer looking at the mountainous northern terrain early in the flight. Morning flights on this side avoid direct sunlight, providing clearer visibility for photography of the Daba mountain range.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,263 km (785 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: HIA (33.7908333333, 119.125)
Route Type: Domestic
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