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SZX → CSX
Which side of the plane to sit from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen) to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer views of the Pearl River Delta, the right side provides a better angle of the unique Danxia landforms and the lush Nanling mountain range during the mid-flight segment.
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Shenzhen Coastal View
Immediate views of the Bao'an district and the modern coastal skyline shortly after takeoff.
Mount Danxia Area
The world-renowned red-stone geomorphology and UNESCO World Heritage site near Shaoguan.
Nanling Mountains
Dense forest coverage and deep valleys as the flight crosses the border between Guangdong and Hunan.
Changsha East Industrial Zone
Views of the sprawling manufacturing hubs and development zones on the final approach to CSX.
Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid harsh direct sunlight. Keep an eye out about 30 minutes after departure for the distinct reddish hues of the Danxia landforms near Shaoguan.
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Pearl River Estuary
Aerial view of the massive river mouth and the intricate network of bridges connecting the delta.
Guangzhou Skyline
Distant view of the Canton Tower and the dense skyscrapers of the Zhujiang New Town district.
Yingde Karst Peaks
Dramatic limestone formations and rolling hills characteristic of Northern Guangdong's landscape.
Xiangjiang River
The primary river of Hunan province visible during the descent into the Changsha basin.
Choose the left side for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset reflecting off the Pearl River. It is also the better side for spotting the high-density urban core of Guangzhou in the distance.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 620 km (385 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Arrival: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Route Type: Domestic
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