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CSX → YNT
Which side of the plane to sit from Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha) to Yantai Laishan Airport (Yantai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse view of China's interior topography, including the sacred peaks of the Shandong massif and a better angle of the Changsha cityscape upon departure.
Changsha Cityscape
Aerial views of the Xiang River and the iconic Orange Isle shortly after departure from Huanghua.
Dabie Mountains
Rugged ridges and deep valleys of the Dabie range stretching across the border of Hubei and Anhui.
Mount Tai
On clear days, the silhouette of the most sacred mountain of the Five Great Mountains is visible in central Shandong.
Central Shandong Urbanization
The dense industrial and urban clusters of Jinan and Zibo as the flight nears the peninsula.
Bohai Gulf
The sparkling waters of the Bohai Sea appearing as the aircraft begins its final descent into Yantai.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Mount Tai during the mid-to-late portion of the flight. For evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the North China Plain, casting long shadows across the Shandong hills. If departing in the morning, the glare is minimized compared to the right side.
Yangtze River Crossing
A spectacular view of the massive Yangtze River as it meanders through the plains of Anhui Province.
Hongze Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a vast silver mirror in the Jiangsu region.
Yellow Sea Coastline
The transition from the agricultural plains to the coastal waters near the city of Rizhao.
Yantai Port
Views of the bustling shipping lanes and maritime infrastructure as the plane approaches the coast.
Penglai Vineyards
The unique agricultural patterns of China's premier wine-growing region surrounding Yantai.
Choose the right side for early morning flights to see the sunrise over the Yellow Sea. This side is superior for viewing the large water bodies like Hongze Lake and the Yangtze River. During descent, look for the massive cargo ships entering the ports of the Shandong Peninsula.
Distance: 1,275 km (792 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Arrival: YNT (37.40169906616211, 121.37200164794922)
Route Type: Domestic
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