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NAO → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanchong Airport (Nanchong) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a more dramatic transition from the karst landscapes of Guizhou to the sprawling urban infrastructure of the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea.
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Guizhou Karst Topography
Iconic limestone peak forests and deep valleys characteristic of southwestern China's unique geology.
Danxia Landforms
The reddish sandstone cliffs and steep ridges of northern Guangdong as the plane begins its descent.
Guangzhou-Foshan Skyline
A massive continuous urban landscape featuring the Canton Tower in the distance on clear days.
Pearl River Estuary
Stunning views of the HZMB bridge and busy shipping lanes during the final approach into SZX.
The Right Side is superior for landing at SZX (typically landing north to south), offering views of the bridge and the sea. Aim for an late afternoon flight to catch the 'golden hour' light reflecting off the Pearl River.
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Jialing River Meanders
Spectacular views of the winding river loops immediately after takeoff from Nanchong.
Wuling Mountain Range
A sea of green peaks spanning the border of Chongqing, Guizhou, and Hunan provinces.
Changsha Urban Area
Distant views of the sprawling provincial capital of Hunan and the Xiang River artery.
Dongguan Industrial Hubs
The immense scale of manufacturing plants and dense urban clusters as you enter the Pearl River Delta.
Choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you for clearer photos of the Hunan river systems. During the summer, look for towering cumulus clouds often forming over the central mountain ranges.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,182 km (734 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: NAO (30.79545, 106.1626)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: Domestic
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