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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic northern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the historic Wei River valley, and a spectacular view of the Yellow River and Luoyang city during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
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Longmen Mountains

Rugged karst peaks rising sharply from the Sichuan Basin immediately after takeoff from Mianyang.

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Qinling Range Northern Slopes

The massive geographic boundary between North and South China, often featuring snow-capped ridges in winter.

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Wei River Valley

The 'Cradle of Chinese Civilization' visible as a wide, fertile plain stretching toward the northern horizon.

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Yellow River Meanders

The iconic muddy waters of the Huanghe as it flows through the Sanmenxia Reservoir area.

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Ancient Luoyang

A clear view of one of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals as the flight enters Henan province.

Choose a window seat in the front or rear of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction. For the best photography, opt for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Qinling peaks and the Yellow River's surface.

Right Side Highlights
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Daba Mountains

Dense, lush forest cover and deep valleys typical of the northern Sichuan-Shaanxi border.

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Mount Taibai View

Distant views of the highest peak in the Qinling range, often shrouded in dramatic cloud cover.

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Funiu Mountains

Diverse topography and ecological reserves marking the transition into the Central Plains.

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Mount Song

The sacred Taoist mountain and home to the Shaolin Temple, visible south of the flight path near Zhengzhou.

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Zhengzhou Skyline

A panoramic view of the rapidly expanding Zhengdong New District during the final approach to CGO.

The right side is excellent for viewing the high-altitude topography of the Qinling's main ridge. On afternoon flights, the southern sun provides high-contrast lighting on the mountain folds, though glare can be an issue.

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Route Information

Distance: 915 km (569 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min

Departure: MIG (31.4281005859375, 104.74099731445312)

Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)

Route Type: Domestic

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