CTU → CKG

Chengdu Hi-Tech Zone

Look back during initial ascent to see the modern skyline and dense urban planning of southern Chengdu.

Sichuan Terrace Patterns

View the intricate 'rice-paddy' terrace patterns that define the rural landscape between Chengdu and Chongqing.

The Yangtze River

On the final approach into CKG, the mighty Yangtze River becomes visible, often dotted with heavy river traffic and barges.

Chongqing Cityscape

Catch glimpses of the 'Mountain City' with its towering skyscrapers and numerous bridges spanning the Yangtze and Jialing rivers.

Longquan Mountains

Immediately after takeoff from CTU, witness the narrow mountain range that separates the Chengdu Plain from the central Sichuan Basin.

Tuo River Bends

Observe the winding curves of the Tuo River as it snakes through the agricultural heartland of the basin.

Northern Chongqing Sprawl

As the plane descends, view the massive residential clusters and industrial parks expanding into the hills of northern Chongqing.

Sichuan Basin Mist

The unique geography often traps low-lying clouds between hills, creating a sea of mist during morning flights.