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WUH → URC
Which side of the plane to sit from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (Urumqi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the lush central plains to the rugged snow-capped Qilian and Tianshan mountain ranges.
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Yangtze River Confluence
Witness the massive Yangtze and Han rivers snaking through the urban sprawl of Wuhan shortly after takeoff.
Qinling Mountains
Fly over the majestic natural boundary between northern and southern China, featuring deep valleys and jagged ridges.
Terraced Loess Plateau
Observe the unique 'yellow earth' topography and intricate ancient terrace farming patterns through Shaanxi and Gansu.
Qilian Mountain Glaciers
Spectacular views of high-altitude glaciers and permanent snow caps as you track the southern edge of the Hexi Corridor.
Tianshan Range
A grand finale featuring the massive, snow-veiled Tianshan mountains that dominate the horizon during the descent into Urumqi.
Choose a morning flight to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the Qilian and Tianshan peaks without glare. The transition from green Hubei to the arid Loess Plateau is most striking in autumn. On clear days, keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the high-altitude glacial views.
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Wei River Valley
View the historical cradle of Chinese civilization as the river flows through the fertile plains near Xi'an.
Gobi Desert Expanse
The landscape transforms into a vast, mesmerizing void of gravel plains and shifting sand dunes to the north.
Hexi Corridor Oases
Spot isolated patches of green agricultural land sustained by mountain meltwater amidst the surrounding desert.
Bogda Peak
Look for the distinctive triple-peak silhouette of Bogda Feng, the highest point in the eastern Tianshan, on your final approach.
Dabancheng Wind Farms
Thousands of white wind turbines dot the landscape near Urumqi, marking one of China's largest renewable energy hubs.
The right side is ideal for capturing the vastness of the Gobi and the industrial marvels of wind farms. During late afternoon flights, this side experiences less direct sunlight, making it better for photography. Watch for Bogda Peak approximately 20 minutes before landing as the plane maneuvers for its final approach.
Book Hotels in UrumqiDistance: 2,758 km (1,714 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 41 min
Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Arrival: URC (43.90710067749024, 87.47419738769531)
Route Type: Domestic
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