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KHN → CGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanchang Changbei International Airport (Nanchang) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of Poyang Lake, China's largest freshwater lake, and the UNESCO-listed Mount Lu (Lushan) shortly after departure from Nanchang.
Poyang Lake
A massive view of China's largest freshwater lake, showcasing seasonal water level fluctuations and wetlands.
Mount Lu (Lushan)
The dramatic, often mist-shrouded peaks of one of China's most famous spiritual and scenic mountains.
Yangtze River Crossing
A bird's-eye view of the mighty Yangtze River near Jiujiang, busy with commercial barge traffic.
Dabie Mountains
Flying directly over the rugged, emerald-green ridges that form the natural border between Hubei and Henan.
Yellow River Basin Plains
The transition into the vast, flat agricultural heartland of Henan province with its distinct field patterns.
Sit on the right side and keep your window shade up for the first 20 minutes of the flight; the proximity to Lushan and Poyang Lake is the geographic highlight. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography of the mountain ridges without haze.
Nanchang Urban Skyline
View of the Gan River winding through the central business district and the historic Tengwang Pavilion.
Meiling National Park
Dense forested ridges and peaks located just west of the Nanchang metropolitan area.
Gan River Meanders
The primary artery of Jiangxi province flowing north towards the Yangtze River confluence.
Xinyang Cityscape
Aerial view of the southern Henan gateway city and its surrounding hilly outskirts.
Zhengzhou Industrial Hubs
Massive logistics and manufacturing zones visible during the descent into Xinzheng Airport.
Choose the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the central Chinese plains. During descent, look for the intricate network of high-speed rail lines converging on Zhengzhou, a major national transport hub.
Distance: 658 km (409 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: KHN (28.864999771118164, 115.9000015258789)
Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Route Type: Domestic
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