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CZX → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Changzhou Benniu Airport (Changzhou) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides unparalleled views of the Yellow River winding through the Loess Plateau and the expansive urban grids of Zhengzhou and Luoyang.
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Yellow River Silt
The iconic 'Mother River' is clearly visible with its distinct brownish-yellow sediment as it cuts through the plains.
Zhengzhou Hub
A massive view of one of China's largest inland transport hubs and its complex railway intersections.
Xiaolangdi Reservoir
The enormous water control project on the Yellow River, appearing as a vast turquoise or silted lake depending on the season.
Guanzhong Plain
The fertile, historically significant heartland of China unfolding just before the touchdown at Xianyang.
The right side is significantly more scenic for observing the Yellow River. For the best photographic contrast of the river against the landscape, choose an afternoon flight when the sun is in the south, illuminating the river's curves without direct glare.
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Hefei Cityscape
Aerial views of the rapid urban development and modern high-rises in the capital of Anhui Province.
Dabie Mountains
Occasional distant views of these rugged, forested mountains which serve as a natural boundary between provinces.
Qinling Mountain Wall
The massive, dramatic mountain range that separates North and South China, visible during the descent into Xi'an.
Funiu Mountain Range
Dense mountain terrain in Henan province known for its biodiversity and deep valleys.
Sit toward the back of the aircraft to keep the wing from blocking your view of the Qinling peaks during the final 20 minutes of the flight. Morning flights are preferable on this side to avoid the harsh glare and heat from the southern sun.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,063 km (661 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: CZX (31.919701, 119.778999)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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