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DAD → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Da Nang International Airport (Danang) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more consistent view of the dramatic Annamite Range upon departure and the spectacular karst mountain landscapes of Guangxi and Guizhou as you move north.
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Son Tra Peninsula
Immediately after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the lush greenery and 'Monkey Mountain' bordering the Da Nang coastline.
Annamite Range
The rugged mountains forming the border between Vietnam and Laos provide a jagged, mist-covered horizon shortly after departure.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
Aerial views of the iconic limestone 'sugarloaf' mountains near Guilin and Liuzhou as the plane enters Southern China.
Sichuan Basin Rim
The dramatic transition from the high Guizhou plateau descending into the misty, fertile bowl of the Sichuan Basin.
Mount Emei Distance
On clear days during descent, the high peaks of the western Sichuan mountains may be visible in the far distance.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, so morning flights are preferred for photography to avoid glare. Watch closely about 45-60 minutes into the flight for the start of the karst formations.
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Da Nang Bay
Panoramic views of the crescent-shaped bay and the urban sprawl of Da Nang city during the initial climb.
Gulf of Tonkin
Expansive views of the turquoise waters and distant cargo ships if the flight path tracks slightly offshore.
Guizhou Megabridges
Look down to spot some of the world's highest bridges spanning deep river gorges in the Guizhou province.
Sichuan Farmland
A patchwork of vibrant green rice paddies and agricultural terraces as you approach Chengdu Shuangliu.
This side is excellent for afternoon flights as you will be shaded from the direct sun. It offers better views of the urban development in the Sichuan Basin during the final approach. Keep an eye out for the massive infrastructure projects and high-speed rail lines visible across the Chinese landscape.
Book Hotels in ChengduDistance: 1,673 km (1,040 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: DAD (16.043899536132812, 108.1989974975586)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: International
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