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Which side of the plane to sit from Dayong Airport (Dayong) to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan)?

Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Zhangjiajie karst formations immediately after departure and the dramatic transition into the Loess Plateau.

Left Side Highlights
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Wulingyuan Karst Peaks

The world-famous sandstone pillars of Zhangjiajie are visible within minutes of takeoff from DYG.

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Danjiangkou Reservoir

A massive, bright blue reservoir that serves as the source for the South-to-North Water Diversion Project.

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Funiu Mountain Range

The eastern extension of the Qinling Mountains, featuring lush peaks and jagged ridgelines.

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Fen River Valley

The ancestral heartland of Shanxi province, characterized by historic settlements and fertile plains during descent.

For the best experience, choose a window seat in front of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The first 10 minutes of the flight are the most critical for seeing the Zhangjiajie peaks. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, making it perfect for glare-free photography of the mountain scenery.

Right Side Highlights
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Jingzhou Water Networks

Intricate patterns of rivers, canals, and fish ponds across the northern Hubei plains.

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Loess Plateau Terraces

The unique yellow-earth landscape of China, featuring thousands of years of agricultural terracing.

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Yellow River Crossing

A wide-angle view of the massive 'Mother River' as the plane crosses from Henan into Shanxi.

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Taihang Mountains

Stunning limestone escarpments and deep canyons that define the eastern edge of the Shanxi plateau.

The right side offers excellent views of the Yellow River crossing roughly halfway through the flight. During morning flights, the lighting on the Taihang Mountains during the approach to Taiyuan is spectacular. Watch for the dramatic change in soil color from green to ochre as you head north.

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Route Information

Distance: 982 km (610 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: DYG (29.1028, 110.443001)

Arrival: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)

Route Type: Domestic

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