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NAY → KHN
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing) to Nanchang Changbei International Airport (Nanchang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the North China Plain's transition into the Yangtze River basin, culminating in a spectacular view of Poyang Lake, China's largest freshwater lake, during the descent into Nanchang.
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Southern Beijing Urban Hub
Aerial views of the rapidly developing southern districts and the massive infrastructure surrounding Daxing International.
Yellow River Crossing
The flight path crosses the middle to lower reaches of the Yellow River, showcasing its silt-laden waters.
Jianghuai Plains
Vast agricultural expanses and a dense network of irrigation canals that characterize the heart of China's grain production.
Lower Yangtze River
A view of the busy shipping lanes of the Yangtze, often filled with commercial barge traffic near the Anhui-Jiangxi border.
Poyang Lake
The primary highlight, featuring intricate wetlands and seasonal water patterns just before landing at KHN.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the eastern plains. During the final 20 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for Poyang Lake, as the flight path usually tracks along its western edge, providing excellent clarity of the wetlands.
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Taihang Mountains
Visible on the western horizon during the early stages of the flight, marking the edge of the Loess Plateau.
Central China Farmlands
A continuous patchwork of seasonal crops stretching across Henan and northern Hubei provinces.
Dabie Mountain Range
The aircraft passes over these significant peaks, offering a rugged, forested contrast to the surrounding flatlands.
Wuhan Metropolitan Area
Depending on the specific airway, the outskirts of the 'Chicago of China' and its river convergences may be visible.
Mount Lu (Lushan)
In the distance to the south-west during descent, this UNESCO World Heritage site is famous for its sea of clouds.
The right side is preferred for late afternoon or evening flights to experience the golden hour over the mountains. It offers a better view of the mountainous terrain of northern Jiangxi, particularly the famous Lushan area if the visibility is high.
Book Hotels in NanchangDistance: 1,215 km (755 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)
Arrival: KHN (28.864999771118164, 115.9000015258789)
Route Type: Domestic
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