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CKG → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the misty mountains of Southwest China to the dense, neon-lit skylines of Shenzhen and Hong Kong during the final approach.
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Chongqing Mega-City
Aerial view of the 'Mountain City' with its dense skyscrapers and the Yangtze River winding through the urban core.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
Iconic limestone formations and rounded hills characteristic of the region near Guilin as you head south.
Pearl River Delta Hub
A vast expanse of industrial and urban development as the flight crosses into the Guangdong manufacturing heartland.
Shenzhen Skyline
Crystal clear views of the Ping An Finance Centre and the Futian District's modern architecture just before entering HK airspace.
Victoria Harbour
During a northern approach to HKG, the left side captures the iconic density of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island's north shore.
For the best experience, book an evening flight to see the brilliant lights of Shenzhen and Hong Kong. If the flight approaches from the east (Runway 25L/R), sit on the left to see the rugged coastline of the New Territories. Ensure your window is clean for photography, as smog can sometimes reduce visibility in the Pearl River Delta.
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Jialing River
The winding path of the Jialing River as it merges with the Yangtze shortly after takeoff from CKG.
Guizhou Plateau
Deep valleys and high-altitude terraced farming visible through the clouds over the Guizhou province.
HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge stretching across the Lingdingyang channel of the Pearl River Estuary.
Tian Tan Buddha
On a typical approach to Runway 07L, you can spot the Big Buddha statue sitting atop Lantau Island's peaks.
South China Sea
Expansive views of the busy shipping lanes and numerous small islands dotting the waters south of Hong Kong.
The right side is excellent for spotting the engineering marvel of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. If the flight is during the day, this side often avoids the harshest direct sunlight on south-bound routes. Watch for the 'Big Buddha' during the final descent as the plane turns toward Lantau Island.
Book Hotels in Hong KongDistance: 1,098 km (682 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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