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NGB → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic scenery, particularly the sweeping views of the Qinling Mountains, which serve as the majestic natural boundary between northern and southern China during the final approach.
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Siming Mountains
Lush green peaks visible shortly after departure from Ningbo.
Dabie Mountains
Rolling ridges and valleys of central China as you cross into Anhui province.
Qinling Mountain Range
The massive, snow-capped wall of mountains that defines the geography of Shaanxi.
Xi'an South Districts
A view of the rapidly expanding high-tech zones and the distant Big Wild Goose Pagoda area.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to get the best sun lighting on the Qinling mountain faces. During the descent into Xi'an, keep your eyes peeled for the sharp contrast between the high mountain peaks and the flat Wei River valley floor.
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Hangzhou Bay
Views of the coastal wetlands and the massive cross-sea bridge infrastructure early in the flight.
Nanjing and Hefei
Urban skylines of major Yangtze River Delta cities visible to the north.
Yellow River
The winding 'Mother River' of China can be seen to the north as the plane enters the Shaanxi region.
Wei River Valley
The ancient, fertile agricultural heartland that surrounds the city of Xi'an.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare. It provides a better perspective of the vast North China Plain and the distinct yellowish hue of the Loess Plateau and Yellow River as you approach the destination.
Book Hotels in Xi'anDistance: 1,301 km (808 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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