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LHW → CKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (Lanzhou) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the snow-capped Min Mountains and the high-altitude transition from the Loess Plateau into the lush Sichuan Basin.
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Yellow River Crossing
Shortly after takeoff, view the massive Yellow River as it snakes through the Lanzhou valley.
Min Mountains
Stunning snow-capped peaks of the Min range, including the high summits near the Jiuzhaigou region.
Gannan Highlands
Expansive high-altitude grasslands and rugged terrain at the edge of the Tibetan Plateau.
Jialing River Gorges
Dramatic river bends and deep valleys as the aircraft approaches the hilly Chongqing municipality.
Choose the right side for the most dramatic mountain scenery. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of northern Sichuan are a major highlight. For the best photography, afternoon flights provide the best lighting on the mountain faces. Be prepared for cloud cover as you enter the Sichuan Basin, which is often shrouded in mist.
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Loess Plateau Ridges
Dramatic view of the deeply eroded yellow earth and terrace farming unique to the Gansu landscape.
Qinling Mountain Spurs
The western edges of the Qinling range, acting as a natural climate barrier between North and South China.
Nanchong City
A bird's-eye view of this major hub in the northern Sichuan Basin as the plane begins its descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is better for observing the distinct change in vegetation from the arid north to the humid, green landscapes of the south. Keep an eye out for the Jialing River's wide meanders about 20 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 806 km (501 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: LHW (36.5152015686, 103.620002747)
Arrival: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Route Type: Domestic
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