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HGH → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is significantly more scenic, offering a closer look at the Qiantang River after takeoff and the majestic Qinling Mountains during the descent into Xi'an.
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Qiantang River
Immediately after takeoff from HGH, you get a sprawling view of the massive river known for its world-famous tidal bore.
Dabie Mountains
As the flight progresses through Anhui, the terrain becomes rugged with the dense, green peaks of the Dabie mountain range.
Qinling Mountains
The natural boundary between North and South China. These dramatic, often snow-capped peaks dominate the window view for the final 30 minutes of the flight.
Southern Xi'an Skyline
During the descent into XIY, the left side often overlooks the rapidly expanding southern residential and tech districts of the ancient capital.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for the clearest views of the Qinling range. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the mountains without the afternoon haze. In winter, the contrast between the snowy Qinling peaks and the Guanzhong Plain is stunning.
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Hangzhou Cityscape
A wide view of the northern Hangzhou metropolitan area and the Grand Canal's southern terminus.
Central Plains Mosaic
Vast stretches of Henan province's agricultural heartland, showing a colorful patchwork of fields and rural settlements.
Wei River
On final approach, you can spot the Wei River snaking through the loess plateau toward its confluence with the Yellow River.
Xixian New Area
The massive new urban development projects between Xi'an and Xianyang are clearly visible just before landing.
The right side is better for avoiding direct glare during afternoon flights (heading West-Northwest). It offers a more industrial and agricultural perspective of China's interior development.
Book Hotels in Xi'anDistance: 1,193 km (741 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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