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Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers a more diverse landscape, including distant views of the Dabie Mountains and a better perspective of the Huai River crossing.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Hefei Urban Core

A clear view of the rapidly expanding Hefei skyline and the Shushan District during the initial climb.

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Dabie Mountains

Distant silhouettes of the rugged Dabie Mountain range to the southwest, marking the divide between the Huai and Yangtze rivers.

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Huai River Crossing

A direct view of the Huai River, a major geographical and climatic boundary between North and South China.

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Henan Plains

The transition into the vast North China Plain, characterized by a patchwork of agricultural fields and rural settlements.

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Xinzheng District

Views of the industrial and logistic hubs surrounding the Zhengzhou airport during the final approach.

Sit on the left for the best morning light as the sun will be on the right. During winter, look for the sharp contrast in vegetation as you cross the Huai River line. This side is also superior for spotting the high-speed rail lines that run parallel to the flight path near Fuyang.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Chao Lake

Distant views to the southeast of one of China's largest freshwater lakes during the early departure phase.

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Bengbu Industrial Zone

Glimpses of the industrial centers along the lower Huai River corridor to the northeast.

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Beijing-Guangzhou HSR

The intricate network of high-speed rail tracks converging toward Zhengzhou, often visible as white streaks on the landscape.

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Zhengzhou East

Views of the modern Zhengdong New District, including the prominent 'Big Corn' skyscraper (Greenland Center) if the flight path circles east.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Henan plains. Keep an eye out for the large logistics parks near CGO, which are particularly impressive when lit up at night. This side provides a better view of the 'Goose-neck' bend of the Yellow River if the pilot approaches from the north.

Top Activities in Zhengzhou
Route Information

Distance: 443 km (275 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 44 min

Departure: HFE (31.78000068664551, 117.2979965209961)

Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)

Route Type: Domestic

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