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TYN → HGH
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Taihang Mountains shortly after takeoff and more dramatic views of the Yangtze River crossing and the rolling hills of Anhui and Zhejiang.
Taihang Mountain Range
Stunning views of the rugged, steep ridges of the Taihang Mountains immediately after takeoff from TYN.
Central Plains
A vast tapestry of agricultural fields across Henan and Anhui provinces, creating a geometric patchwork.
Yangtze River Crossing
A dramatic view of China's longest river, often filled with cargo ships near the Wuhu-Nanjing section.
Southern Anhui Hills
Lush, green mountainous terrain known for its tea plantations and traditional Huizhou-style architecture.
Hangzhou West Lake
If the flight approaches from the north or west, you may get a distant but iconic view of the West Lake before landing.
Choose the right side for the most dramatic mountain scenery early in the flight. For the best lighting on the Yangtze River and the Anhui hills, opt for a morning flight. Keep an eye out for the distinctive white-walled houses of Huizhou as you enter the southern region.
Taihang Foothills
Observe the transition from the high Loess Plateau to the North China Plain shortly after departing Taiyuan.
Lower Yellow River
Catch glimpses of the iconic silty waters of the Yellow River as the flight heads south-southeast.
Grand Canal
Spot sections of the world's longest artificial river stretching through the plains of Jiangsu.
Suzhou Skyline
On a clear day, the dense urban sprawl of Suzhou and its surrounding lakes are visible to the east.
Qiantang River Mouth
As the plane turns for its final approach into HGH, the massive estuary of the Qiantang River dominates the view.
Sit on the left for a better chance to see the morning sun reflecting off the Grand Canal and the dense network of waterways in the Yangtze Delta. Best for flights departing in the afternoon to avoid direct sun glare.
Distance: 1,102 km (685 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Arrival: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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