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TNA → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Yaoqiang Airport (Jinan) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Yellow River's meandering course and the most dramatic transition across the northern escarpment of the Qinling Mountains.
Yellow River (Huang He)
Spectacular views of the massive river as it curves through the plains of Shandong and Henan provinces.
Ancient Capital Luoyang
View the historical city layout where the Luo and Yi rivers meet, a cradle of early Chinese civilization.
Qinling Mountain Peaks
The most rugged section of the flight, featuring sharp granite peaks that separate the Wei River valley from the south.
Wei River Valley
A glimpse into the fertile valley that houses ancient Xi'an, visible just before crossing the high mountain crests.
Sichuan Basin Entrance
Watch the dramatic drop-off from high mountain peaks into the hazy, emerald-green hills of the Sichuan Basin.
This side offers the most diverse geographic changes. For the best views of the Qinling peaks, choose a window seat forward of the wing. Be aware that the Sichuan Basin is notoriously foggy; mountain views are most reliable during the middle portion of the flight.
Mount Tai (Taishan)
Shortly after takeoff from Jinan, look south to spot one of China's most sacred and historically significant peaks.
Zhengzhou Skyline
A sprawling view of the Henan provincial capital and its massive transportation hubs on the North China Plain.
Southern Qinling Ridges
Dense, verdant mountain ridges that mark the geographical divide between Northern and Southern China.
Jialing River
Deeply carved river valleys winding through the rugged terrain as the aircraft approaches the Sichuan Basin.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. Keep your eyes peeled within the first 10 minutes for Mount Tai. If the sky is clear, the contrast between the flat plains and the rising mountains is stunning.
Distance: 1,410 km (876 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 53 min
Departure: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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