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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers an unparalleled view of China's unique Loess Plateau topography and the dramatic curves of the Yellow River as the flight moves northwest.

Left Side Highlights
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Yangtze River Crossing

A sweeping view of the Yangtze River as it winds through the Jiangsu province shortly after takeoff from Nanjing.

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Loess Plateau Terraces

Incredible patterns of agricultural terracing and deep erosion gullies characteristic of the Shaanxi and Shanxi regions.

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Yellow River Sanmenxia

The mighty Yellow River becomes visible with its distinct sediment-heavy waters near the Sanmenxia Reservoir.

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Qinling Mountains

To the south, the majestic peaks of the Qinling range provide a rugged backdrop to the central plains.

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Western Horizon

On late afternoon flights, the left side enjoys spectacular sunsets over the high-altitude plateaus.

For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to see the Loess Plateau ridges highlighted by long shadows. Keep your camera ready about 60-80 minutes into the flight for the most dramatic geological formations. The transition from the green Yangtze valley to the arid yellow-brown plateau is a visual highlight.

Right Side Highlights
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Nanjing Cityscape

Aerial views of the Purple Mountain and the urban density of Nanjing immediately after departure.

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Taihang Mountain Range

The massive North-South oriented mountain range appears as a wall of jagged peaks to the east.

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Mu Us Desert Edge

The shifting sands and stabilization forests of the Mu Us Desert visible during the descent into Ordos.

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Kangbashi Modernity

The futuristic architecture and grand layout of the Kangbashi district as the plane approaches DSN airport.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look out for the transition from the densely populated North China Plain to the sparsely populated desert landscapes. During descent, look for the unique contrast between the modern grid-like city of Ordos and the surrounding golden sands.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,184 km (736 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min

Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)

Arrival: DSN (39.49, 109.861388889)

Route Type: Domestic

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