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CTU → YNT
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Yantai Laishan Airport (Yantai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic view of the Qinling Mountains early in the flight and superior perspectives of the Yellow River and the Bohai Sea coastline during the descent into Yantai.
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Qinling Mountains
The massive east-west mountain range that serves as the natural boundary between North and South China.
Yellow River Crossing
Spectacular views of the iconic, sediment-rich Huanghe as it meanders through the North China Plain.
Zhengzhou Skyline
A high-altitude view of the capital of Henan province and its sprawling urban development.
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic cliff-side mountain views located on the western edge of the North China Plain.
Bohai Bay Coast
The sparkling waters of the Bohai Sea become visible as the flight approaches the Shandong Peninsula.
Choose the left side for morning or early afternoon flights to avoid the harshest sunlight. The highlight is the crossing of the Qinling Mountains roughly 30-45 minutes after takeoff; ensure you are not over the wing for the best downward views of the river valleys.
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Sichuan Basin Edge
View the transition from the lush, misty plains of Chengdu into the rugged Daba Mountains.
Mount Tai (Taishan)
On very clear days, the silhouette of China's most sacred mountain can be seen in central Shandong.
Central Plains Farmland
The geometric patchwork of China's agricultural heartland stretching across Henan and Shandong.
Yellow Sea Horizon
Wide-angle views of the Yellow Sea as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into Yantai.
Yantai Port
View the massive industrial shipping facilities and docks that define Yantai's coastal economy.
The right side is preferable for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the mainland. Look for the distinct change in topography as you leave the Sichuan Basin. Keep an eye out for Mount Tai approximately 45 minutes before arrival if visibility is high.
Book Hotels in YantaiDistance: 1,773 km (1,102 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: YNT (37.40169906616211, 121.37200164794922)
Route Type: Domestic
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