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CSX → LYI
Which side of the plane to sit from Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha) to Shubuling Airport (Linyi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct view of the Yangtze River crossing near Wuhan and the prominent peaks of the Dabie Mountains, followed by a better angle of the Linyi city skyline during the final approach.
Changsha Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the Xiang River and the rapidly developing skyline of the Hunan provincial capital shortly after takeoff.
Dongting Lake View
On clear days, the distant western horizon reveals the massive shimmering expanse of China's second-largest freshwater lake.
Wuhan Yangtze Crossing
A spectacular view of the Yangtze River as the flight path passes near the tri-city hub of Wuhan in Hubei province.
Dabie Mountains
Observation of the rugged, forested ridges of the Dabie mountain range which serves as a natural border between Hubei and Henan.
Linyi City Center
During the final descent, the left side provides a clear view of the Lanshan District and Linyi's modern commercial high-rises.
For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to ensure the sun is behind the aircraft, illuminating the Wuhan landscape and Dabie Mountains without glare. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes into the flight for the Yangtze crossing. Seasonal haze in winter can obscure views, so spring or autumn offer the highest visibility.
CSX Airport Overview
A complete aerial perspective of the Changsha Huanghua International Airport terminals and runways during initial climb.
Yangtze Meanders
The winding eastern curves of the Yangtze River as it flows through the Anhui-Hubei border region.
East China Plains
The geometric beauty of the vast agricultural grid and small farming villages across the Anhui and Jiangsu borderlands.
Yi River Waterway
The broad Yi River comes into focus, showcasing the extensive bridge network and waterfront developments leading into Linyi.
Linyi Logistics Parks
A view of the massive warehouse districts and wholesale markets that define Linyi as a northern Chinese commerce hub.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to catch the sunrise over the eastern plains. During the descent into LYI, watch for the Yi River's wide banks; it is the most defining geographic feature of the destination. If the flight arrives from the north, the right side will offer better views of the Shandong interior farmlands.
Distance: 907 km (564 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Arrival: LYI (35.04610061645508, 118.41200256347656)
Route Type: Domestic
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