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TNA → CGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Yaoqiang Airport (Jinan) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the sacred Mount Tai shortly after takeoff and a more diverse landscape of lakes and historical plains as you head southwest.
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Mount Tai (Taishan)
Visible to the east shortly after departure, this UNESCO World Heritage site is the most significant of China's Five Great Mountains.
Dongping Lake
A large, scenic freshwater lake that serves as an important node for the South-to-North Water Diversion Project.
Jining Urban Area
The sprawl of Jining and the northern reaches of the Nansi Lake system are visible during the mid-flight cruise.
North China Plain
A vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields that showcases China's breadbasket from a high-altitude perspective.
Sit on the left (A seats) to catch the morning sun illuminating Mount Tai. On clear days, the silhouette of the mountain range is unmistakable within the first 15 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights may face some glare, so a morning departure is ideal for photography.
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Yellow River Meanders
Follow the winding path of the Mother River of China as it cuts through the silty landscape of the North China Plain.
Liaocheng (Water City)
Known for its ancient canals and the large Dongchang Lake surrounding its historic center.
Kaifeng Ancient Capital
As the flight descends towards Zhengzhou, the historic city of Kaifeng can be seen sitting on the southern bank of the Yellow River.
Yellow River Infrastructure
Observe the massive rail and road bridges that connect northern and central China across the wide, sediment-rich riverbed.
Choose the right side (F seats) for the best views of the Yellow River's unique muddy-gold waters. This side is particularly interesting during the descent phase into CGO, as the aircraft often aligns parallel to the river. Use a polarizing filter if shooting through the window to cut through the regional haze.
Book Hotels in ZhengzhouDistance: 401 km (249 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)
Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Route Type: Domestic
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