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CTU → NGB
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior as it offers better views of the dramatic Huangshan mountain range and the stunning Qiandao Lake during the final third of the journey.
Three Gorges Region
Dramatic limestone topography near the southern banks of the Yangtze River corridor.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
Iconic granite peaks and jagged ridgelines of one of China's most famous scenic sites.
Qiandao Lake
The 'Thousand Island Lake' provides a spectacular mosaic of turquoise water and green islets.
Hangzhou Bay Fringe
Coastal wetlands and massive infrastructure projects as the flight approaches Ningbo.
Southern Sichuan Terraces
Intricate terraced farming visible shortly after departure from Chengdu.
Keep your camera ready during the last 45 minutes of the flight for Huangshan and Qiandao Lake. Afternoon flights offer warm, golden-hour lighting on these geographic features, though glare can be an issue.
Wuhan Urban Area
A clear view of the sprawling metropolis divided by the Yangtze and Han rivers.
Daba Mountains
Rugged northern terrain providing a stark contrast to the flat Sichuan Basin.
Yangtze River Northern Bank
Frequent glimpses of the river's northern curves and heavy shipping traffic.
Jianghan Plain
Extensive agricultural patterns and irrigation networks across Hubei Province.
Shennongjia Forest
Densely forested high-altitude peaks known for their mystical atmosphere and biodiversity.
Sit here if you prefer viewing the industrial and urban scale of Central China. This side is better for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun.
Distance: 1,684 km (1,046 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Route Type: Domestic
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