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JZH → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (Jiuzhaigou) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the high-altitude peaks of the Qionglai and Minshan mountain ranges, including the magnificent Mount Siguniang massif.
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Mount Siguniang
The 'Four Sisters Mountain' is often visible, with its highest peak reaching 6,250 meters, standing prominently above the clouds.
Glaciated Ridges
A continuous chain of snow-capped peaks and high-altitude alpine meadows characteristic of the Qionglai Mountains.
Wolong Nature Reserve
Aerial views of the rugged, forested terrain that serves as a primary habitat for wild Giant Pandas.
Basin Cloud Sea
Spectacular views of the clouds trapped against the mountain walls, a common phenomenon in the Sichuan province.
The right side is the 'photographer's side' for this route. Aim for an early morning flight (before 10:00 AM) to ensure the peaks are not obscured by afternoon convection clouds. Mount Siguniang is best spotted about mid-way through the short flight. Ensure your window is clean, as the high-altitude sun can highlight scratches.
Book Hotels in ChengduMinshan Range Eastern Slopes
Dramatic views of the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau as the aircraft departs the high-altitude JZH airport.
Upper Min River
The turquoise waters of the Min River carving through deep valleys visible during the initial phase of the flight.
Dujiangyan Region
The transition point where the mountains meet the Chengdu Plain, home to the ancient UNESCO irrigation system.
Chengdu Urban Spread
A sprawling view of the dense Chengdu metropolis and the Sichuan Basin as the plane prepares for landing.
Sit on the left for better views of the transition into the Sichuan Basin. This side is typically better for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun as you head south.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 254 km (158 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: JZH (32.8533333333, 103.682222222)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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