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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers a more diverse range of natural scenery, including the iconic karst peaks of Guangxi, China's largest freshwater lake, and the world-famous Huangshan mountain range.

Left Side Highlights
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Guangxi Karst Terrain

Immediately after takeoff, witness the unique limestone 'sugarloaf' mountains and jagged peaks typical of the Nanning and Guilin region.

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Poyang Lake

As the flight crosses Jiangxi province, view the vast expanse of China's largest freshwater lake, which changes dramatically in size with the seasons.

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Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)

On clear days, the granite peaks and jagged ridgelines of the UNESCO-listed Yellow Mountain are visible as you head toward the Yangtze Delta.

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Taihu Lake

Approaching the destination, see the massive, circular Taihu Lake, a major landmark near the cities of Wuxi and Suzhou.

Book a window seat on the left (usually 'A') for the best natural landmarks. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, highlighting the textures of the mountains and water without glare. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the Huangshan peaks.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Luoxiao Mountains

Fly over the densely forested and rugged terrain that forms the natural border between Hunan and Jiangxi provinces.

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Hangzhou Cityscape

During the descent, catch a distant view of Hangzhou and the surrounding areas, including the Qiantang River basin.

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Hangzhou Bay

Look toward the coast to see the massive Hangzhou Bay, characterized by its wide estuary and the famous cross-bay bridge infrastructure.

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Shanghai Urban Sprawl

Experience the sheer scale of the Shanghai metropolitan area, with its endless grid of residential blocks and highways as you approach Hongqiao.

The right side ('F' seats) is better for urban enthusiasts. On evening flights, this side offers spectacular views of the sunset and the neon-lit sprawl of the Yangtze River Delta's interconnected cities. It is also the better side for viewing the dense traffic of the Qiantang River.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,615 km (1,004 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min

Departure: NNG (22.60829925537109, 108.1719970703125)

Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)

Route Type: Domestic

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