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CSX → URC
Which side of the plane to sit from Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (Urumqi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the continuous snow-capped peaks of the Qilian Mountains and the deep basins of the Turpan Depression.
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Qilian Mountain Range
Spectacular views of 5,000-meter snow-capped peaks and glaciers that parallel the flight path for nearly an hour.
Lanzhou City
A clear view of this industrial hub tucked into a narrow valley along the banks of the Yellow River.
Flaming Mountains
The striking red sandstone erosion patterns near Turpan, famous for being the hottest spot in China.
Tianshan Massif
Dramatic approach views of the rugged Tianshan mountains as the aircraft descends into the Urumqi basin.
Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights. This side provides the best perspective of the Qilian glaciers. Ensure your window is clean as the mountain contrast is perfect for photography mid-flight.
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Yellow River Bends
See the massive 'S' curves of the Yellow River as it flows through the Loess Plateau and enters the desert.
Tengger Desert
A vast expanse of golden sand dunes and scattered salt lakes visible near the Gansu-Inner Mongolia border.
Bogda Peak
The iconic 5,445m snow-covered summit of the Tianshan range, often visible on the right during the final approach to URC.
Urumqi Wind Farms
Thousands of white wind turbines dotting the landscape in the Dabancheng district during the descent.
The right side is better for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It offers a superior view of Bogda Peak, the highest point near Urumqi, during the final 15 minutes of the flight.
Book Hotels in UrumqiDistance: 2,880 km (1,790 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 50 min
Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Arrival: URC (43.90710067749024, 87.47419738769531)
Route Type: Domestic
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