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MFM → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Macau International Airport (Macau) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of Macau's skyline immediately after takeoff, followed by the dramatic karst mountain landscapes of Guangxi and the deep river canyons of the Guizhou plateau during the cruise phase.
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Macau Cotai Strip
Immediately after takeoff, view the dense cluster of world-famous hotels and casinos in the Cotai area.
Pearl River Delta
Extensive views of the intricate network of waterways and the western reaches of the estuary.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
Aerial perspective of the unique limestone 'gumdrop' mountains around the Guilin and Hezhou regions.
Guizhou Mega-Bridges
Spot some of the world's highest bridges crossing deep river valleys as you traverse the rugged Guizhou terrain.
Sichuan Basin Edge
On descent, the transition from the rugged mountains to the flatter, fertile Sichuan Basin is clearly visible.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Guizhou plateau. On afternoon flights, this side experiences the sunset, which creates dramatic shadows across the karst landscape. If landing towards the north, you may see the Min River winding through the Chengdu plain.
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A stunning view of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge stretching across the South China Sea shortly after departure.
Zhuhai Coastline
Clear views of the modern waterfront developments and the 'Fisher Girl' statue area of Zhuhai.
Nanling Mountains
Dense green forests and rolling hills that form the natural border between Guangdong and the inland provinces.
Guiyang Cityscape
Potential distant views of the capital of Guizhou province nestled among the mountains.
Chengdu City Lights
On evening arrivals, the vast, glittering expanse of eastern Chengdu and the Longquanyi district.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides the best perspective of the massive scale of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge during the initial climb. During the final approach to CTU, look for the sprawling urban expansion of the Tianfu New Area.
Book Hotels in ChengduDistance: 1,341 km (833 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: MFM (22.149599, 113.592003)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: International
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