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CKG → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic karst mountain landscapes of Guizhou and a spectacular coastal approach over the Pearl River Estuary into Shenzhen.
Chongqing Cityscape
Stunning views of the 'Mountain City' skyline and the Jialing River shortly after a southward takeoff.
Guizhou Karst Peaks
The iconic 'sugarloaf' limestone formations and sinkholes unique to the Southwest China landscape.
Pearl River Bridges
Clear views of the massive Humen Bridge and the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link spanning the estuary.
Estuary Shipping Lanes
Hundreds of cargo ships and ferries navigating the busy waters between Nansha and the Shenzhen coast.
SZX Offshore Runway
A direct view of the airport's coastal infrastructure and reclaimed land during the final seconds of flight.
Opt for a late afternoon flight to witness a spectacular sunset over the Pearl River Estuary. Ensure you have a window seat away from the wing to fully appreciate the verticality of the karst mountains mid-flight. Keep your camera ready as you cross the coastline for the best maritime views.
Yangtze River Confluence
Bird's-eye view of the winding Yangtze River as it meanders through the hilly terrain east of the Chongqing basin.
Wuling Mountain Range
Dramatic ridges and deep green valleys characterizing the border regions of Guizhou and Hunan provinces.
Dongguan Urban Grid
The dense industrial and residential sprawl of the Pearl River Delta's eastern corridor during final descent.
Sea of Clouds
Frequent low-level cloud formations trapped between the peaks of the southern Chinese highlands.
Sit in front of the wing for the best views of the Chongqing hills. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, highlighting the textures of the Wuling Mountains. During descent, look for the high-speed rail lines cutting through the landscape toward Shenzhen.
Distance: 1,063 km (661 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: Domestic
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