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CKG → URC
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (Urumqi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic geographical features of Northwest China, including the snow-capped Qilian Mountains and a spectacular close-up of Bogda Peak during the approach into Urumqi.
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Qinling Mountains
A massive natural barrier and geographical dividing line between Northern and Southern China.
Loess Plateau
Incredible patterns of erosion and ancient terraced farming visible across the yellow-brown landscape.
Qilian Mountains
A continuous chain of majestic snow-capped peaks stretching along the Hexi Corridor for hundreds of miles.
Hexi Corridor
The historical Silk Road path where you can spot oasis cities like Zhangye and Jiayuguan nestled between deserts.
Bogda Peak
The 5,445-meter snow-crowned icon of the Tian Shan range, which provides a breathtaking landmark just before landing.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Sit in the middle or rear rows (to avoid the wing) for the best views of the Qilian glaciers. On the descent into Urumqi, Bogda Peak is usually clearly visible on this side. Morning flights provide the best light for the mountains without haze.
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Jialing River
Dramatic views of the winding river valleys and steep hills surrounding the Chongqing metropolis shortly after takeoff.
Min Mountains
The rugged transition from the humid Sichuan Basin to the high-altitude eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau.
Gannan Grasslands
High-altitude plateau landscapes featuring vast rolling hills and seasonal nomadic settlements.
Qaidam Basin Fringes
Distant views of the desolate, high-altitude desert basins that define the Qinghai landscape.
Tian Shan South Slopes
Jagged, sun-scorched ridges of the eastern Tian Shan range as the flight prepares for its final descent.
The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides a better sense of the scale of the Tibetan Plateau's edge. Watch for the dramatic change in soil color from the red basins of Sichuan to the dusty tans of the high desert.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 2,313 km (1,437 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: URC (43.90710067749024, 87.47419738769531)
Route Type: Domestic
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