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NNG â CSX
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanning Wuxu Airport (Nanning) to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the iconic Guilin karst landscape, featuring thousands of limestone peaks and the winding Lijiang River, which are the visual highlights of this route.
Nanning Urban View
Panoramic views of Nanning's modern skyline and the Yong River winding through the city shortly after takeoff.
Guilin Karst Peaks
Witness the world-famous 'forest of peaks' as the flight passes over the dramatic limestone formations of northeastern Guangxi.
Lijiang River Ribbon
Spot the emerald-green Lijiang River snaking between the pointed mountains, particularly visible during clear weather in the mid-flight segment.
Mao'er Mountain
Glimpse the highest peak in South China, often shrouded in a sea of clouds, marking the transition into Hunan province.
Xiang River Valley
View the wide Xiang River as it flows northward toward Changsha, flanked by fertile agricultural plains.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the karst mountains. Late afternoon flights are ideal for the left side as the sun sets to the west, casting long, dramatic shadows over the peaks. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes after departure from Nanning.
Dayao Mountains
Dense subtropical forests and rugged ridges of the Dayao range visible during the initial climb.
Mount Heng (Nanyue)
One of the Five Sacred Mountains of China, recognizable by its prominent peaks and historical temple complexes near Hengyang.
Hengyang Cityscape
A clear view of the industrial and residential sprawl of Hengyang, a major transport hub in southern Hunan.
Hunan Farmlands
A patchwork of rice paddies and traditional villages that create a geometric tapestry across the landscape during the descent.
The right side is excellent for morning flights as it avoids the direct glare of the sun. Watch for the prominent Mount Heng during the second half of the flight. During the descent into Changsha, the right side often offers a better view of the suburban expansion and the airport's surrounding infrastructure.
Distance: 801 km (498 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: NNG (22.60829925537109, 108.1719970703125)
Arrival: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Route Type: Domestic
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