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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic views of the Yangtze River's winding path, the expansive Chaohu Lake, and the rugged, scenic peaks of the Dabie Mountains during the mid-flight transition from Anhui to Hubei.

Right Side Highlights
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Chaohu Lake

One of the five largest freshwater lakes in China, appearing as a shimmering silver mirror near the city of Hefei.

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Dabie Mountain Range

A major mountain range serving as the drainage divide between the Yangtze and Huai rivers, featuring dramatic ridges.

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Yangtze River Meanders

Spectacular views of the main channel of the Yangtze River as it curves through the landscape of central China.

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Hefei Urban Fringe

The rapidly developing outskirts of Anhui's provincial capital, showcasing the scale of Chinese infrastructure.

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High-Speed Rail Networks

Follow the intricate patterns of the high-speed rail lines that crisscross the plains between Hangzhou and Xiangyang.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun illuminates the north-facing slopes of the Dabie Mountains. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the best views of the Yangtze River and Chaohu Lake. This side typically offers better clarity of the major geographical barriers.

Left Side Highlights
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Hangzhou Cityscape

A panoramic view of the Qiantang River and the sprawling urban development of Hangzhou immediately after takeoff.

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Southern Anhui Hills

Verdant rolling hills famous for tea production and traditional architecture nestled in the valleys below.

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Wuhan Metropolitan Area

As the flight nears central China, the massive urban cluster of Wuhan and its numerous bridges may be visible to the south.

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Han River Valley

Aerial views of the Han River, the largest tributary of the Yangtze, winding its way toward the destination airport.

For the best visibility of the Hangzhou skyline and West Lake during the initial ascent, choose a window seat on the left. On afternoon flights, this side will be away from the direct sun for the majority of the journey, reducing glare on the window.

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Route Information

Distance: 803 km (499 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min

Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)

Arrival: XFN (32.1506, 112.291)

Route Type: Domestic

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