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SZX → CGQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen) to Longjia Airport (Changchun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal geography, maritime traffic in the Bohai Sea, and clear views of the Liaodong Peninsula's rugged coastline.
Yellow Sea Coastline
Views of the winding coastline and coastal cities of Jiangsu and Shandong.
Bohai Sea Crossing
The dramatic flight path over open water between the Shandong and Liaodong peninsulas.
Dalian Peninsula
The distinctive shape of Dalian's harbor and rocky coastline during the northern transit.
Qianshan Mountains
Rugged ridges and peaks visible as the flight enters the Liaoning province.
Songhua River Plain
Expansive, flat northern landscape that transforms into a white wilderness in winter.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to catch the sunrise over the East China Sea. The highlight is the Bohai Sea crossing; look for cargo ships and fishing fleets near Dalian. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastal transitions. In late autumn, look for the unique red hues of the Panjin Red Beach wetlands if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Nanling Mountains
Dense, green mountain ranges visible shortly after departure from Shenzhen.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake often appears as a vast silver mirror to the west.
Nanjing Urban Area
The historical capital's dense urban layout and the wide Yangtze River loop.
North China Plain
Intricate patterns of agricultural fields stretching across Shandong and Hebei.
Shenyang Cityscape
Massive urban sprawl of Liaoning's capital during the descent phase.
Choose a window seat on this side for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm glow of the setting sun over the inland mountains. In winter, this side provides the best view of the transition from the green south to the snow-covered plains of the north. Use the flight map to time the crossing of the Yangtze River near Ma'anshan.
Distance: 2,612 km (1,623 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 29 min
Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Arrival: CGQ (43.9962005615, 125.684997559)
Route Type: Domestic
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