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Which side of the plane to sit from Nanning Wuxu Airport (Nanning) to Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a consistent view of the diverse inland topography, including the famous karst mountains of Guangxi and the sacred Mount Heng in Hunan province.

Left Side Highlights
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Northern Guangxi Karst

Shortly after departure, observe the iconic limestone peaks and jagged hills characteristic of the Guilin region.

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Mount Heng (Hengshan)

Catch views of one of the Five Great Mountains of China, located in Hunan, known for its scenic peaks and ancient temples.

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Hunan Basin

Expansive views of the lush agricultural plains and rolling green hills of central China.

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Changsha Perimeter

Visuals of the sprawling urban development of Hunan's capital city from a distance.

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Dabie Mountains

During the later stage of the flight, the aircraft passes the southern edges of this significant mountain range in Anhui.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm sunset light hitting the Hunan mountain ranges. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff from Nanning for the best karst topography views. In spring, the landscape is exceptionally vibrant and green.

Right Side Highlights
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Gan River Valley

Follow the winding path of the Gan River as it flows through the heart of Jiangxi province.

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Poyang Lake Basin

Look for the vast wetlands and water networks surrounding China's largest freshwater lake to the east.

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Yangtze River Crossing

A highlight during the descent into Nanjing, showing the massive scale of the river and its heavy shipping traffic.

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Ma'anshan Industrial Zone

Aerial views of the massive industrial and logistics hubs along the river just before reaching Nanjing.

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Nanjing Southern Districts

Detailed views of the urban expansion and high-speed rail lines entering Nanjing from the south.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It offers the best perspective of the Yangtze River during the final approach into Lukou Airport. Look for the intricate network of canals and fish ponds throughout the Anhui and Jiangsu border region.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,465 km (910 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min

Departure: NNG (22.60829925537109, 108.1719970703125)

Arrival: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)

Route Type: Domestic

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