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HGH → CKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Yangtze River's winding course, the rugged Dabie Mountains, and the dramatic descent into the mountainous 'Fog City' of Chongqing where the Jialing and Yangtze rivers converge.
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Dabie Mountains
A sprawling mountain range forming the watershed between the Huai and Yangtze Rivers.
Wuhan Skyline
On clear days, the massive urban sprawl of Wuhan and its numerous bridges crossing the Yangtze are visible.
Three Gorges Reservoir
Spectacular views of the massive Yangtze expansion and the winding river valleys leading toward the dam area.
Chongqing Urban Core
During the descent, witness the incredible density of skyscrapers and bridges built into the steep hillsides of the city.
Jialing River Confluence
Watch for the distinct color difference where the Jialing River meets the Yangtze at Chaotianmen.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, highlighting the river textures and urban architecture. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the dramatic 'Mountain City' landscape which is best viewed from this side during a standard approach.
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Qiandao Lake
Shortly after takeoff, look for the intricate turquoise patterns of the Thousand Island Lake in Zhejiang.
Mount Huangshan
Distant views of the iconic granite peaks and sea of clouds in southern Anhui province.
Enshi Grand Canyon
As you enter the Hubei-Chongqing border, the landscape transforms into deep karst canyons and vertical cliffs.
Wuling Mountains
The rugged terrain of the Wuling range provides a spectacular display of limestone formations and dense forests.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to get the best views of the high-altitude karst topography near the Hubei border. Look for the distinct terraced farming patterns during the spring and summer months.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,329 km (826 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Route Type: Domestic
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