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CTU → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic karst topography across Guizhou and a spectacular descent over the Pearl River estuary and coastal Shenzhen.
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Hengduan Range Glimpse
On exceptionally clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the eastern Tibetan Plateau are visible to the west.
Guizhou Karst Peaks
Stunning views of the 'Ten Thousand Peaks' area, featuring unique conical limestone hills and deep valleys.
Wujiang River Canyons
The turquoise waters of the Wujiang River carving deep, dramatic paths through the Guizhou plateau.
Pearl River Estuary
The vast Lingdingyang bay where the Pearl River meets the South China Sea, often filled with cargo ships.
Coastal Infrastructure
Aerial views of the Humen Bridge and the extensive network of sea-crossing passages near the airport.
The right side is highly recommended for the descent into SZX, as the flight path usually tracks along the coastline. Choose this side for mid-morning flights to have the sun behind you, highlighting the green karst landscapes of Guizhou.
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Chengdu Urban Core
A sweeping view of the massive Sichuan capital and its concentric ring roads shortly after departure.
Daba Mountains Edge
The rugged transition from the flat Sichuan Basin into the mountainous terrain of northern Guizhou.
Dongguan Industrial Hub
The dense, sprawling urban landscape of the Pearl River Delta as you approach Shenzhen.
Futian CBD
Distant views of Shenzhen's primary financial district skyscrapers during the final approach phase.
Sit on the left to avoid direct glare during late afternoon flights. This side provides a better perspective of the continuous urban sprawl that characterizes the northern Pearl River Delta region.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,318 km (819 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: Domestic
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