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JUH → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Jiuhuashan Airport (Chizhou) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Yangtze River's dramatic bends, the iconic Three Gorges region, and the sprawling megacity of Chongqing as you transition into the Sichuan Basin.
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Yangtze River Arteries
Frequent sightings of the main Yangtze channel and its complex network of tributaries through Hubei.
Wuhan Urban Sprawl
Panoramic views of the massive 'Chicago of the East' with its numerous bridges crossing the Yangtze.
Three Gorges Region
Aerial perspective of the dramatic canyons and high mountain passes where the Yangtze cuts through the mountains.
Chongqing Confluence
View the incredible density of Chongqing where the Jialing River meets the Yangtze amidst mountainous terrain.
Daba Mountains
The snow-capped peaks of the Daba range are often visible to the north during the cruise phase.
The right side is generally more scenic for this westbound route as it follows the northern arc of the Yangtze. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to clearly see the Three Gorges. On clear winter days, the Daba Mountains to the north offer spectacular snow-capped views that contrast with the hazy Sichuan Basin below.
Book Hotels in ChengduJiuhua Mountain
One of the four sacred Buddhist mountains of China, visible shortly after departure from Chizhou.
Dongting Lake View
Distant views of China's second-largest freshwater lake to the south as you pass over Hunan.
Enshi Karst Topography
Stunning views of the rugged Enshi Grand Canyon area with its deep limestone valleys and cliffs.
Wuling Mountain Range
A vast area of jagged peaks and dense forests characteristic of the western Hubei/Hunan border.
Sichuan Basin Fringe
The transition from the high mountains to the densely populated, terraced hills of eastern Sichuan.
The left side faces south; if flying during the day, expect significant sun glare and heat. However, late afternoon flights provide excellent 'golden hour' lighting on the karst formations near Enshi. It is the better side for spotting the initial climb over the sacred Jiuhua peaks.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,313 km (816 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: JUH (30.7403, 117.6856)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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