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KWE → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic transition from the jagged karst topography of Guizhou to the lush, high-altitude ridges of the Sichuan Basin's western edge.
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Guizhou Karst Peaks
Unique, cone-shaped limestone hills characteristic of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau visible immediately after takeoff.
Chishui River Valley
The deep red-water river valley carving through the landscape near the Guizhou-Sichuan border.
Qionglai Mountain Range
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of western Sichuan are visible in the far distance during the descent.
Sichuan Basin Villages
A dense patchwork of traditional agricultural settlements and terraced farming as the plane enters the basin.
Sit behind the wing to capture the full scale of the karst formations. Afternoon flights (2 PM - 4 PM) provide excellent lighting on the mountain ridges to the west. Watch for the 'Sea of Clouds' which frequently forms over the humid Sichuan Basin.
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Guiyang Cityscape
A panoramic view of Guiyang's rapidly developing urban center and Nanming District upon departure.
Yangtze Tributaries
The winding paths of the Tuo and Wu rivers as they snake through the Sichuan lowlands.
Industrial Hubs
Aerial views of the industrial sectors of Neijiang and Zigong during the mid-flight cruise.
Chengdu Urban Sprawl
The massive, circular urban layout of Chengdu becomes highly visible during the final approach to CTU.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. During the approach, look for the distinct circular ring roads of Chengdu which help orient your position relative to the city center.
Book Hotels in ChengduDistance: 529 km (329 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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