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HAK → CIH
Which side of the plane to sit from Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou) to Changzhi Airport (Changzhi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for major hydrological landmarks, including the Dongting Lake, the Yangtze River, and the Yellow River, alongside the vast expanse of the North China Plain.
Qiongzhou Strait
Panoramic views of the busy shipping lanes and the turquoise waters between Hainan and the mainland.
Dongting Lake
The massive expanse of China's second-largest freshwater lake, often appearing like an inland sea.
Yangtze River Crossing
A spectacular view of the 'Long River' cutting through the central Hubei plains.
Yellow River
The iconic silty waters of the Mother River as it flows through the heart of the North China Plain.
Zhengzhou Cityscape
Views of the sprawling urban layout and high-rises of the Henan provincial capital during the descent phase.
The right side is ideal for spotting China's most famous rivers. Aim for a morning flight to have the best lighting on the landscape. About 70-90 minutes after takeoff from Haikou, look for the vast shimmering surface of Dongting Lake. During winter months, you may see the landscape change from lush green in the south to a more arid, yellow-brown hue in the north.
Leizhou Peninsula
Clear views of the western coastline and the aquaculture farms along the edge of the Guangdong province.
Nanling Mountains
Cross over the dense, green mountain ranges that mark the border between Guangdong and Hunan provinces.
Jingzhou Ancient Area
Aerial perspective of the historical plains and winding river tributaries in western Hubei.
Funiu Mountain Range
Rugged peaks and deep valleys of the eastern Qinling extension as the plane enters Henan province.
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic cliffs and the high-altitude plateau landscape as the flight approaches Changzhi.
Sit on the left for better views of the rugged mountainous terrain of southern and central China. In the afternoon, this side will be in the shade, making photography much easier without sun glare. Keep an eye out for the rapid transition from the tropical coast to the karst-like hills of the interior.
Distance: 1,832 km (1,138 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Arrival: CIH (36.247501, 113.125999)
Route Type: Domestic
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