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HFE β TYN
Which side of the plane to sit from Hefei Luogang International Airport (Hefei) to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the flat North China Plain to the rugged Taihang Mountains and the unique Loess Plateau landforms.
Taihang Mountains
The massive north-south mountain range that marks the boundary between the North China Plain and the Loess Plateau.
Yellow River Crossing
A bird's-eye view of China's 'Mother River' as it snakes through the transition between Henan and Shanxi provinces.
Loess Plateau Terraces
Intricate agricultural terracing on the yellow-soiled hills, a hallmark of northern Chinese geography.
Zhengzhou Outskirts
The distant urban sprawl and major transit hubs of one of China's most important railway crossroads.
Funiu Foothills
Initial glimpses of rising terrain as the flight moves away from the Jianghuai plains.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while seeing the Taihang Mountains illuminated. During late afternoon flights, you will witness a stunning sunset over the high plateau. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the Yellow River crossing.
North China Plain
A vast, endless patchwork of agricultural fields and villages stretching toward the eastern horizon.
Yellow River Delta Glimpses
Views of the wide riverbed and major highway bridges connecting the north and south.
Taiyuan Cityscape
A comprehensive view of Taiyuan's urban development and high-rises during the descent into Wusu Airport.
Industrial Landscapes
Observation of the heavy industrial infrastructure and energy plants that define the economy of the Shanxi region.
Fen River
The main river of Shanxi province, visible as a silver ribbon cutting through the Taiyuan basin during landing.
The right side is best for observing the human geography of China, from rural farming patterns to industrial expansion. It provides the most consistent views of the city of Taiyuan upon arrival. In winter, the snow-covered plains provide a stark, beautiful white contrast to the industrial zones.
Distance: 789 km (490 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: HFE (31.78000068664551, 117.2979965209961)
Arrival: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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