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MIG → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Mianyang Airport (Mianyang) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic karst topography of Guizhou and a more scenic approach into the Pearl River Delta, featuring the expansive estuary and iconic bridges.
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Sichuan Basin Rim
A spectacular view of the terrain rising sharply from the basin floor toward the southwestern plateaus.
Guizhou Karst Peaks
Hundreds of iconic limestone 'sugar-loaf' hills and dramatic sinkholes unique to Southern China's landscape.
Humen Pearl River Bridge
A clear view of the massive suspension bridge connecting Nansha and Humen during the final approach.
Lingdingyang Bay
The busy shipping lanes and turquoise waters of the Pearl River Estuary filled with cargo vessels.
Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link
The impressive artificial islands and bridge-tunnel infrastructure spanning the estuary as you enter Shenzhen airspace.
Morning flights are ideal to have the sun behind you for perfect photography of the Guizhou karst mountains. During the descent into SZX, look specifically for the coastal development of the Nansha District and the massive port infrastructure.
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Mianyang Urban Area
Immediate views of the Fu River and the sprawling urban layout of Mianyang shortly after takeoff.
Wuling Mountains
Dense forest-covered peaks and deep valleys as the flight crosses the border between Guizhou and Hunan.
Guangzhou Skyline
On clear days during descent, the distant skyscrapers of Guangzhou, including the Canton Tower, may be visible to the northeast.
Dongguan Industrial Hub
A bird's-eye view of the massive manufacturing complexes and dense urban infrastructure of the Pearl River Delta.
Choose a window seat for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. Keep an eye out for the transition from the flat Sichuan basin to the rugged central highlands about 30 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,326 km (824 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: MIG (31.4281005859375, 104.74099731445312)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: Domestic
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