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URC → YIW
Which side of the plane to sit from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (Urumqi) to Yiwu Airport (Yiwu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Bogda Peak early in the flight, the southern ridges of the Qilian Mountains, and the expansive Qinling range, alongside better views of the Yangtze River during the descent.
Bogda Peak
The highest peak in the eastern Tianshan, visible shortly after takeoff from URC.
Turpan Basin
Look south to see the edges of one of the world's lowest land depressions and the Flaming Mountains.
Xi'an Cityscape
Aerial views of the ancient capital and its grid-like structure during the mid-flight transit.
Qinling Mountains
The dramatic geological boundary between North and South China featuring rugged, forested peaks.
Yangtze River
A grand crossing of China's longest river as the flight enters the humid south.
Zhejiang Hills
Lush green mountains and tea plantations during the final descent into Yiwu.
The right side is superior for mountain lovers; Bogda Peak and the Qinling range are highlights. Book a morning flight for the best visibility of the western mountains before the afternoon haze develops over the eastern plains.
Eastern Tianshan
View the northern slopes of the Tianshan range immediately after departure from Urumqi.
Gobi Desert
Vast stretches of rocky desert and sand dunes through the Hexi Corridor.
Qilian Mountains
The northern face of these snow-capped peaks forming the boundary of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.
Yellow River
Watch for the distinctive silty brown curves of the Yellow River as you cross into Central China.
Zhengzhou Urban Area
The massive urban sprawl of one of China's major transport hubs in Henan province.
Sit on the left for better lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides a great perspective of the vastness of the Gobi desert and the agricultural transition in the North China Plain.
Distance: 3,295 km (2,047 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 53 min
Departure: URC (43.90710067749024, 87.47419738769531)
Arrival: YIW (29.3446998596, 120.031997681)
Route Type: Domestic
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