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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of China's major freshwater systems, including the massive Poyang Lake and the iconic Thousand Island Lake, providing a more diverse landscape than the southern mountains.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Dongting Lake

Visible shortly after departure from Changsha, providing a glimpse of China's second-largest freshwater lake to the north.

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Poyang Lake

A massive expanse of water and wetlands in Jiangxi province, featuring intricate sandbars and seasonal water patterns.

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Thousand Island Lake

Also known as Qiandaohu, this stunning reservoir features over a thousand emerald islands scattered across crystal clear water.

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Hangzhou Outskirts

As the flight nears Ningbo, the urban sprawl and the Qiantang River delta become visible to the north.

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Hangzhou Bay

Distant views of the massive Hangzhou Bay Bridge and the coastline as the aircraft begins its final descent.

Morning flights (08:00-11:00) are ideal to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the deep blues and greens of the lakes. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the best view of Poyang Lake. Sit forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the intricate details of Thousand Island Lake.

Right Side Highlights
7.4
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Wuyi Mountains

The northern ridges of this UNESCO World Heritage site offer jagged peaks and deep, forested valleys.

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Sanqingshan

Spot the unique granite pillars and high-altitude forests of this scenic mountain range in northeastern Jiangxi.

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Zhejiang Terraces

Rolling hills filled with tea plantations and terraced agriculture characteristic of eastern China's rural landscape.

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Siming Mountains

The final major geographic feature before landing, offering lush green ridges just west of Ningbo city.

The right side is perfect for afternoon flights (14:00-17:00) as the sun illuminates the western faces of the mountain ranges. In autumn, the changing foliage in the Siming Mountains provides a beautiful palette of colors during the descent. Use a polarized lens if possible to cut through the haze often found over the humid Jiangxi basins.

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Route Information

Distance: 822 km (511 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min

Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)

Arrival: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)

Route Type: Domestic

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