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SZX → NAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen) to Nanchong Airport (Nanchong)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Pearl River Delta's massive bridges followed by the dramatic limestone karst topography of the Guizhou plateau and the winding Jialing River during descent.
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Aerial view of the massive bridge-tunnel system spanning the Pearl River Estuary shortly after takeoff.
Nanling Mountain Range
The rugged, forested peaks separating Guangdong from the interior provinces.
Guizhou Karst Landscapes
Unique, cone-shaped limestone hills and deep valleys characteristic of Southwest China's topography.
Jialing River Curves
The winding path of the Jialing River as the aircraft begins its final approach into Nanchong.
Opt for an afternoon flight to avoid direct glare from the east. This side is particularly scenic during the descent phase when the karst hills of Guizhou give way to the lush, terraced landscapes of the Sichuan Basin. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the river views.
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Shenzhen Urban Density
A spectacular look at the dense skyscraper clusters of Bao'an and the northern Shenzhen suburbs.
Dongguan Industrial Hub
The endless sprawl of manufacturing centers and logistics parks in the heart of the Pearl River Delta.
Sichuan Basin Perimeter
View of the rolling green hills and small agricultural settlements as you enter Sichuan province.
Ideal for morning flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft. If flying at night, this side provides a better view of the continuous grid of lights from the Pearl River Delta megacity. During winter, look for fog filling the valleys of the Sichuan Basin, which creates a 'sea of clouds' effect.
Book Hotels in NanchongDistance: 1,182 km (734 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Arrival: NAO (30.79545, 106.1626)
Route Type: Domestic
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