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CKG → TYN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic Qinling Mountain range and the intricate erosion patterns of the Loess Plateau, particularly during afternoon flights when the sun illuminates the western slopes.
Chongqing Confluence
Aerial views of the Yangtze and Jialing River meeting point shortly after departing CKG.
Qinling Mountains
The massive natural boundary between North and South China, featuring sharp, often snow-capped peaks.
Xi'an Metropolitan Area
Views of the ancient capital's modern sprawl and the Wei River valley during the mid-flight segment.
Loess Plateau Terraces
Unique yellow-earth landscapes with centuries-old agricultural terracing and deep canyon erosion.
Book an afternoon flight to see the Qinling Mountains and Loess Plateau with the sun behind you, highlighting the dramatic shadows in the canyons. The transition from the green Sichuan Basin to the arid North China landscape is most visible about 35 minutes after takeoff.
Daba Mountains
Dense, mist-covered mountain ranges of the northern Sichuan Basin visible during the initial climb.
Yellow River Bend
Occasional glimpses of the Yellow River as it snakes through the border between Shaanxi and Shanxi.
Taihang Range
The distant, rugged eastern horizon marking the transition toward the North China Plain.
Fen River Valley
The industrial and agricultural heartland of Shanxi Province visible during the final descent into Taiyuan.
Morning flights are best for this side to avoid the harsh afternoon glare. Look for the distinct color change in the earth as the plane enters the coal-rich regions of Shanxi. Keep an eye out for the Fen River which guides the final approach path into TYN.
Distance: 1,050 km (652 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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