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LHW → CSX
Which side of the plane to sit from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (Lanzhou) to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more dramatic perspective of the core Qinling Mountain range and the vast wetlands of Dongting Lake during the approach to Changsha.
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Qinling Main Range
Uninterrupted views of the highest peaks in central China, often snow-capped during winter months.
Han River Valley
The winding turquoise waters of the Han River carving through deep mountain valleys.
Wuling Mountains
The rugged, forested karst-like topography of western Hunan appearing on the horizon.
Dongting Lake
The sprawling expanse of China's second largest freshwater lake visible during the descent.
Changsha Skyline
A clear view of the Xiang River and the modern skyscrapers of Changsha just before landing.
The right side is ideal for capturing the rugged beauty of the Qinling mountains. For the best view of Dongting Lake, look out during the final 20 minutes of the flight. Afternoon flights may experience some glare, so polarized sunglasses are recommended for photography.
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Loess Plateau
A striking view of the yellow earth and deep-cut canyons unique to the Gansu and Shaanxi regions.
Northern Qinling
The sharp transition from the plains to the northern foothills of China's central mountain divide.
Xi'an Metro Area
Distant views of the sprawling urban landscape of the Shaanxi capital to the northeast.
Danjiangkou Reservoir
A massive, bright blue body of water that serves as a critical source for water diversion projects.
Hubei Plains
A vast patchwork of rice paddies and intricate water channels characteristic of central China.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Loess Plateau. Morning flights provide excellent lighting for the northern slopes of the mountains without sun glare. Watch for the massive water reservoirs as you enter Hubei airspace.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,291 km (802 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: LHW (36.5152015686, 103.620002747)
Arrival: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Route Type: Domestic
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