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JIC → JGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Jinchuan Airport (Jinchuan) to Jiayuguan Airport (Jiayuguan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Qilian Mountain range, featuring massive snow-capped peaks and glaciers that tower over the Hexi Corridor.
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Qilian Mountains
Stunning vistas of the massive, rugged peaks that form the southern boundary of the Hexi Corridor.
High Altitude Glaciers
Pockets of permanent ice and snow visible near the summits even during the warmer months.
Minle Basin
A fertile agricultural pocket situated between the mountain foothills and the desert floor.
The Silk Road Path
Aerial perspective of the historical trade route nestled between the mountains and the Gobi.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the Qilian peaks. If the flight is late in the afternoon, the sun may be directly in your face, so use a polarized lens for photography. This side is consistently more scenic due to the dramatic elevation changes.
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Jinchang Open Pit Mines
Massive industrial scars from one of China's largest nickel and cobalt production centers near departure.
Badain Jaran Desert
The southern fringes of the desert, showing high sand dunes on the far northern horizon.
Longshou Mountains
Arid, brown mountain ridges that separate the Hexi Corridor from the Mongolian plateau.
Jiayuguan Great Wall
The western end of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall, visible as a distinct line in the desert during descent.
The right side is excellent for observing the vastness of the Gobi Desert and the industrial scale of Jinchang. Look closely during the final approach to JGN to spot the Jiayuguan Pass and the 'Overhanging Great Wall' on the hillsides.
Book Hotels in JiayuguanDistance: 375 km (233 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: JIC (38.5422222222, 102.348333333)
Arrival: JGN (39.856899, 98.3414)
Route Type: Domestic
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