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WUH → ZYI
Which side of the plane to sit from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan) to Zunyi Xinzhou Airport (Zunyi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Jianghan Plain to the rugged karst landscapes of the Enshi region and the deep valleys of the Wu River.
Enshi Karst Formations
Dramatic limestone cliffs and deep canyons of the Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture.
Wu River Gorges
The winding, emerald-green waters of the Wu River carving through steep mountain valleys.
Zunyi Karst Pinnacles
The iconic cone-shaped limestone hills characteristic of the northern Guizhou topography during descent.
Mountain Cloud Seas
Frequent low-lying clouds trapped in the valleys, creating a mystical 'sea of clouds' effect common in this region.
The right side is spectacular during late afternoon flights as the setting sun highlights the vertical relief of the karst mountains. Look for the sharp change in terrain about 30-40 minutes into the flight as the flat plains abruptly give way to jagged peaks.
Wuhan Urban Confluence
Aerial view of the Han and Yangtze Rivers meeting amidst the sprawling metropolis of Wuhan shortly after takeoff.
Hubei Lake Clusters
Vast networks of freshwater lakes and aquaculture ponds dotting the southern Hubei landscape.
Fanjingshan Distant Peaks
The sacred peaks of the Wuling Mountain Range visible on the horizon as you enter Guizhou province.
Guizhou Forest Cover
Rich, dense subtropical evergreen forests covering the rolling hills of the eastern Guizhou plateau.
Sit on the left for the best morning light, though glare can be intense. This side is ideal for spotting the massive bridge infrastructure spanning the Yangtze tributaries during the initial climb.
Distance: 784 km (487 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Arrival: ZYI (27.5895, 107.0007)
Route Type: Domestic
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