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NNY → CGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanyang Jiangying Airport (Nanyang) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic view of the rugged Funiu Mountain range and the transition from the Nanyang Basin to the North China Plain, including distant views of the sacred Mount Song.
Funiu Mountains
Dramatic views of the easternmost ridges of the Qinling mountain system shortly after departure from Nanyang.
Pingdingshan Outskirts
Views of the industrial landscape and urban layout of the 'Coal Capital' as the flight heads north.
Mount Song
On clear days, one of the Five Sacred Mountains of China and the site of the Shaolin Temple is visible in the distance to the northwest.
Baigui Mountain Reservoir
A significant water body located near Pingdingshan, providing a sharp contrast to the surrounding urban and mountain terrain.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Funiu mountain peaks. This side is superior for capturing the geological transition from the basin to the high peaks before descending into the Zhengzhou plains.
Water Diversion Canal
Spot the massive South-to-North Water Diversion Project canal, a striking linear engineering feat cutting through the landscape.
Henan Agricultural Patchwork
Endless views of the organized agricultural fields that define the North China Plain's breadbasket region.
Xuchang City
A clear view of Xuchang's urban center, known for its historical significance and modern industrial zones.
CGO Approach
As the plane turns for landing, you get a broad view of the sprawling logistics hubs surrounding Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport.
Morning flights are best for the right side to avoid the harsh western sun. Watch closely for the long, straight line of the water diversion canal, which is most visible mid-flight. Look for the distinct change in land use as you approach the industrial zones of Zhengzhou.
Distance: 205 km (127 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: NNY (32.980801, 112.614998)
Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Route Type: Domestic
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