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HFE → TXN
Which side of the plane to sit from Hefei Luogang International Airport (Hefei) to Tunxi International Airport (Huangshan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning sequence of water and mountain features, including the massive expanse of Chaohu Lake and a direct view of the sacred Jiuhua Mountain peaks before the final descent into the Huangshan range.
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Chaohu Lake
One of the five largest freshwater lakes in China, visible immediately after departure from the Hefei area.
Wuhu Cityscape
A clear view of the industrial and urban development along the eastern banks of the Yangtze River.
Jiuhua Mountain
One of the four sacred mountains of Chinese Buddhism, recognized by its clusters of ancient temples on rugged peaks.
Huangshan Eastern Peaks
Dramatic granite formations and the characteristic pine forests as the aircraft enters the TXN approach pattern.
Book an early morning flight (07:00-09:00) to capture the morning mist rising from Chaohu Lake. Ensure you are seated in front of the wing to get an unobstructed view of the Jiuhua Mountain range which appears about 15-20 minutes after takeoff. During winter, look for snow-capped peaks which make the granite formations stand out vividly against the greenery.
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Tongling Yangtze Bridge
A massive cable-stayed bridge spanning the Yangtze River, showcasing modern Chinese engineering.
Taiping Lake
A beautiful, narrow reservoir known as the 'Emerald of Southern Anhui' nestled between rolling hills.
West Sea Canyon
The deeper, more rugged side of the Huangshan range featuring sheer cliffs and deep valley shadows.
Huizhou Villages
Traditional Anhui architecture with white walls and black-tiled roofs scattered across the rural landscape.
Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Dabie Mountains in the distant west. Keep a close eye out mid-flight for the Huizhou-style villages; their unique white-and-black color palette is highly visible from cruising altitude against the green tea plantations. Use a polarized lens filter if photographing through the window to cut through the frequent southern Chinese haze.
Book Hotels in HuangshanDistance: 245 km (152 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: HFE (31.78000068664551, 117.2979965209961)
Arrival: TXN (29.73329925537109, 118.25599670410156)
Route Type: Domestic
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