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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the coastal plains of Zhejiang to the rugged, misty mountains of the Three Gorges region and the dense urban landscape of Chongqing.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Zhejiang Highlands

Lush, rolling hills and terraced landscapes visible shortly after departing Ningbo.

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Yangtze River Meanders

Excellent perspectives of the middle reaches of the Yangtze River as it winds through Anhui and Hubei.

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Three Gorges Reservoir

The expansive waters of the reservoir and the deep limestone canyons of the Wushan region.

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Daba Mountains

Sharp, dramatic peaks that mark the boundary between Hubei and the Sichuan Basin.

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Chongqing Cityscape

The stunning 'Mountain City' skyline and the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers upon descent.

Choose a window seat behind the wing for the most expansive view of the Three Gorges. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, highlighting the relief of the mountains without glare. Watch for the dramatic shift in topography about 60-80 minutes into the flight.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Hangzhou Bay

Potential views of the massive bridge infrastructure and coastal wetlands near the start of the route.

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Dabie Mountains

The rugged northern horizon featuring the significant mountain range spanning central China.

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Shennongjia Forest

Views of the dense, high-altitude primary forests of western Hubei, often shrouded in mystical clouds.

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Jialing River Valley

The winding path of Chongqing's second major river as the flight approaches the airport from the north.

The right side is better for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It provides a broader perspective of the vast Hubei plains before the terrain becomes mountainous. During winter, look for snow-capped peaks in the Shennongjia area.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,429 km (888 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min

Departure: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)

Arrival: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)

Route Type: Domestic

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