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CSX → SJW
Which side of the plane to sit from Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha) to Shijiazhuang Daguocun International Airport (Shijiazhuang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the expansive Dongting Lake shortly after takeoff and the dramatic ridges of the Taihang Mountains during the approach into Shijiazhuang.
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Dongting Lake
Aerial view of China's second-largest freshwater lake and its intricate wetland systems.
Yangtze River Crossing
A clear view of the winding Yangtze River as the flight moves from Hunan into Hubei.
Funiu Mountains
The eastern extensions of the Qinling range, showcasing rugged peaks and deep green valleys.
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic mountain ridges marking the boundary between the Loess Plateau and the North China Plain.
SJW Final Approach
Panoramic views of the industrial landscape surrounding Shijiazhuang from the west.
For morning flights, the left side is ideal as it avoids direct sunlight glare. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes after takeoff from CSX to capture the vastness of Dongting Lake. In winter, the Taihang Mountains often provide a stunning snow-capped contrast against the plains.
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Mufu Mountains
Lush, forested hills bordering the eastern side of the flight path in the early stages.
Wuhan Outskirts
The eastern fringes of the massive Wuhan metropolitan area and its dense urban development.
Yellow River Basin
The transition into the silty, historic Yellow River valley near the Henan-Hebei border.
North China Plain
A vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields that stretches to the horizon.
The right side is better for late afternoon flights to enjoy the warm sunset light over the North China Plain. The agricultural patterns are most vibrant in late spring (green) and early autumn (gold). Look for the Yellow River's distinctive sediment color as you cross into northern Henan.
Book Hotels in ShijiazhuangDistance: 1,130 km (702 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Arrival: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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