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WUH → CKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a direct aerial perspective of the world-famous Three Gorges Dam and the rugged, misty peaks of the Shennongjia Forestry District.
Three Gorges Dam
The centerpiece of the flight; see the massive hydroelectric structure and its sophisticated ship lock system near Yichang.
Shennongjia Mountains
Fly past the UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dense primitive forests and high-altitude biodiversity.
Xiling Gorge
View the longest and most historically dangerous of the Three Gorges from above, where the mountains hem in the Yangtze.
Chongqing Peninsula
During the descent into CKG, the right side often provides a stunning view of the hyper-dense Yuzhong District skyscrapers.
The Right Side is essential for photography enthusiasts wanting to capture the Three Gorges Dam. For the best clarity of the dam and the gorges, book a morning flight when the air is typically clearer before the afternoon haze sets in. Be ready about 30-40 minutes after takeoff from Wuhan.
Wuhan Urban Lakes
Bird's-eye view of the sprawling East Lake and the dense urban core of Wuhan at takeoff.
Jingjiang Bends
Watch the Yangtze River transition into its most winding and meandered section south of Jingzhou.
Enshi Karst Topography
Observe the dramatic limestone pillars and deep sinkholes of the Enshi Grand Canyon region.
Wujiang River Confluence
As you enter the Chongqing municipality, see the emerald waters of the Wujiang cutting through deep valleys.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. This side is superior for observing the unique karst mountain formations of western Hubei. Keep an eye out for the Yangtze's sharp turns shortly after leaving the Wuhan vicinity.
Distance: 736 km (457 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Arrival: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Route Type: Domestic
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