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HRB → CGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiping Airport (Harbin) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior urban views during takeoff from Harbin and a spectacular perspective of the Taihang Mountains and the Yellow River crossing during the descent into Zhengzhou.
Harbin Urban Core
Get a bird's-eye view of the 'Ice City' and its unique European-influenced architecture shortly after departure.
Shenyang Metropolis
Fly over the sprawling capital of Liaoning province, highlighting the dense urban development of Northeast China.
Taihang Mountains
View the rugged ridges and deep canyons of the Taihang range stretching along the western horizon.
Yellow River Crossing
A prime view of the 'Mother River' of China as the flight descends toward Zhengzhou.
Zhengzhou CBD
View the iconic 'Big Corn' skyscraper and the modern circular layout of the Zhengdong New District.
Book an afternoon flight for the best lighting on the Taihang Mountains. During the descent, keep your camera ready as the plane crosses the Yellow River, which is most prominent on this side just before landing.
Songhua River Basin
View the winding silver threads of the Songhua River snaking through the fertile plains of Heilongjiang.
Bohai Gulf Coastline
Glimpse the northern curve of the Bohai Sea as the flight passes over the Liaodong Peninsula.
Tianjin Binhai New Area
See the massive industrial docks and shipping containers of one of China's busiest port regions.
North China Plain
A vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields that changes colors dramatically with the seasons.
Yellow River Delta
Observe the silty, golden-brown waters of the lower Yellow River as they meander toward the sea.
Opt for a morning flight on this side to enjoy the sun illuminating the coastline without direct glare. During winter, look for the stark contrast between snow-covered fields and industrial zones.
Distance: 1,621 km (1,007 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: HRB (45.6234016418457, 126.25)
Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Route Type: Domestic
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