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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side is preferred for the final approach into Chongqing, offering iconic views of the winding Yangtze River and the dramatic high-density skyline of the Mountain City.

Right Side Highlights
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Nanling Mountain Range

Dense forest cover and rolling mountain ridges along the border between Guangdong and the inland provinces.

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Wuling Mountains

Dramatic jagged peaks and deep river gorges visible in the distance across western Hunan and eastern Guizhou.

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Wu River Gorges

The winding emerald waters of the Wujiang cutting through limestone mountains as the flight nears Chongqing.

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Chongqing Skyline

A spectacular view of the 'Mountain City' urban density, river confluences, and massive bridges during the descent into Jiangbei Airport.

This side is essential for the landing sequence. If the aircraft approaches from the south, you will see the Yangtze and Jialing rivers meeting at Chaotianmen. For evening arrivals, the city's neon lights reflecting on the water make this one of the most scenic approaches in China.

Left Side Highlights
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Chaoshan Urban Sprawl

Aerial views of the Han River delta and the dense urban centers of Shantou and Jieyang immediately after takeoff.

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Northern Guangxi Karst

Characteristic limestone peak forest landscapes and rugged hills as the flight path moves inland towards the northwest.

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Guizhou Plateau

A sea of clouds often blankets the deep valleys and high-altitude plateaus of Guizhou, revealing steep ridges.

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Dalou Mountains

The sharp geographic transition as the aircraft crosses from the Guizhou highlands into the southern edge of the Sichuan Basin.

Choose this side for morning flights to enjoy the illuminated karst peaks without direct sun glare. It is also the better side for spotting the numerous mega-bridges that span the deep canyons of Guizhou province.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,195 km (743 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: SWA (23.552, 116.5033)

Arrival: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)

Route Type: Domestic

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