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CTU → YCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Yuncheng Guangong Airport (Yuncheng)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic view of the Qinling Mountains, the natural boundary between North and South China, and the intricate erosion patterns of the Loess Plateau.
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Longmen Mountains
The steep rising edges of the Sichuan Basin visible shortly after takeoff.
Qinling Mountains
Stunning views of the massive mountain range that serves as China's primary geographic and climatic divide.
Loess Plateau
Aerial view of the unique yellow earth and deep canyon-like erosion typical of Shaanxi and Shanxi provinces.
Wei River Valley
The fertile agricultural corridor passing north of Xi'an before the final descent.
Book a morning flight to see the eastern slopes of the Qinling peaks illuminated by the sun. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the most rugged mountain terrain. In winter, these peaks are often snow-capped, providing a stark contrast to the red-tinted earth below.
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Chengdu Skyline
An expansive view of the dense urban layout and skyscrapers of the 'Tianfu' capital during climb-out.
Daba Mountains
Dense green forest cover and misty valleys that characterize the southern edge of the mountain corridor.
Yellow River Curve
The majestic bends of the Yellow River as it flows near the border of Shaanxi and Shanxi.
Yuncheng Salt Lake
Known as the 'Dead Sea of China,' look for vibrant, multi-colored salt ponds just before touchdown at YCU.
The right side is superior during the descent phase. Look out for the colorful Yuncheng Salt Lake as the aircraft aligns for its final approach; the colors are most vivid under high afternoon sun. If the flight path passes south of Xi'an, you may also see the sprawl of the southern suburbs against the mountain backdrop.
Book Hotels in YunchengDistance: 832 km (517 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: YCU (35.116391, 111.031388889)
Route Type: Domestic
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