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IQN → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Qingyang Airport (Qingyang) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Loess Plateau erosion patterns and the famous Han and Tang dynasty imperial burial mounds located northwest of Xi'an.
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Gully Formations
Stunning views of deep canyons and vertical cliffs created by water erosion in the Loess soil.
Imperial Tumuli
Spot the massive earthen burial mounds of ancient emperors, often referred to as the Pyramids of China.
Western Plateau Horizon
Wide-angle views of the rugged plateau stretching west toward the higher peaks of Gansu Province.
The right side is ideal for spotting historical landmarks. As the plane approaches Xi'an-Xianyang International Airport, look for the distinct, square-based imperial tombs dotting the landscape. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography of the canyon shadows.
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Loess Terraces
Intricate agricultural steps carved into the ancient yellow silt hills of the Shaanxi region.
Jing River Valley
A bird's-eye view of the winding riverbed that has carved deep into the soft plateau soil over millennia.
Eastern Xianyang
The sprawling urban landscape and rapid development of the northern Xi'an metro area during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side provides a great perspective of the Guanzhong Plain's dense agricultural network as you cross from Gansu into Shaanxi.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 183 km (114 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: IQN (35.799702, 107.602997)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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