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CTU → DSN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Ordos Ejin Horo Airport (Dongsheng)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a spectacular view of the rugged eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau and the snow-capped Minshan range shortly after takeoff.
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Minshan Mountains
Dramatic views of high-altitude peaks, including the 5,588m Mount Xuebaoding.
Ruoergai Grassland
Vast stretches of high-mountain wetlands and alpine meadows stretching toward the horizon.
Mu Us Desert
The golden sands of the desert begin to appear as the plane approaches the Ordos Plateau.
Book an early morning flight to see the sun lighting up the eastern faces of the Tibetan foothills. The air is generally clearer in the morning, providing better visibility of the high-altitude transition from basin to plateau.
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Chengdu Urban Sprawl
A bird's-eye view of the massive metropolitan density of the Sichuan capital upon departure.
Qinling Range
The formidable mountain wall that serves as the geographical boundary between North and South China.
Loess Plateau
Intricate patterns of terraced fields and deep-cut canyons characteristic of this silty landscape.
Yellow River
Catch glimpses of the winding Yellow River loops as you enter the Inner Mongolia region.
The right side is excellent for observing the unique erosion patterns of the Loess Plateau. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting to accentuate the textures of the canyons and terraces without the glare of the southern sun.
Book Hotels in DongshengDistance: 1,127 km (700 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: DSN (39.49, 109.861388889)
Route Type: Domestic
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