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TSA → CKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Taipei Songshan Airport (Taipei) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Wuyi Mountain ranges, northern Fujian's tea-growing valleys, and the spectacular karst topography as you approach the Sichuan Basin and Chongqing.
Yangmingshan National Park
Views of the dormant volcanic peaks and lush forests of northern Taiwan during the initial climb.
Wuyi Mountains
Stunning UNESCO heritage landscapes known for their unique 'Danxia' landforms and tea plantations.
Poyang Lake Basin
Glimpses of the massive wetlands and water networks surrounding China's largest freshwater lake.
Yangtze Gorges
Possible views of the steep limestone cliffs and the winding Yangtze River as you cross into the Chongqing area.
Jialing and Yangtze Confluence
Spot the unique brown and green waters meeting at the heart of the mountain city during descent.
The right side is ideal for capturing the rugged mountain transitions. Watch for the 'foggy' atmospheric effect common in the Sichuan Basin. For mid-day flights, the sun will be on the left (south), giving the right side perfectly lit landscape views of the mainland's mountain ranges.
Taipei Cityscape
Bird's eye view of the Xinyi District and Taipei 101 shortly after taking off from Songshan.
Taiwan Strait
The crossing over the vast waters separating Taiwan from the Chinese mainland.
Southern Wuling Mountains
Dramatic views of the jagged mountain peaks and deep valleys in western Hunan and Hubei.
Chongqing Skyline
As the plane banks for its final approach, you can see the dense, high-rise urban sprawl of the city.
Sit on the left for a potential view of Taipei 101 during departure if the plane takes off towards the east and circles back. This side also avoids direct sunlight during afternoon flights heading west, providing better conditions for photography without glare.
Distance: 1,559 km (969 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min
Departure: TSA (25.06940078735352, 121.552001953125)
Arrival: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Route Type: International
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