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WUX → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Sunan Shuofang International Airport (Wuxi) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Yangtze River Delta into the rugged Daba and Shennongjia mountain ranges of central China.
Historic Nanjing
Views of the Purple Mountain and the ancient city layout situated along the northern curve of the Yangtze.
Dabie Mountains
Continuous views of the rolling peaks and deep forested valleys of this significant central mountain range.
Yangtze River Gorges
Dramatic sights of the river carving through steep karst topography as you enter the Hubei mountain corridor.
Shennongjia Wilderness
Spot the misty peaks and primeval forests of this UNESCO World Heritage site from high altitude.
Daba Mountain Range
The sharp, high-altitude ridges that form the northern protective barrier of the Sichuan fertile plains.
Chengdu Plain Arrival
The final approach offers a view of the lush, fertile landscape and the Min River winding toward the city.
The right side is best for photography on afternoon flights as it remains in the shade, eliminating window reflections. Keep your camera ready about 45-60 minutes into the flight for the most dramatic mountain scenery. The transition from the flat plains of Hubei to the vertical relief of the Gorges region is the flight's highlight.
Taihu Lake Panorama
Breathtaking view of China's third-largest freshwater lake immediately following takeoff from Wuxi.
Wuhan South Bank
Observe the southern metropolitan sprawl and the industrial heart of the middle Yangtze region.
Southern Sichuan Rim
Rugged foothills and the limestone ridges that define the southern boundary of the Sichuan Basin.
Chongqing Periphery
Aerial views of the high-density urban clusters and satellite cities surrounding the mountain city.
Sichuan Rice Paddies
An intricate mosaic of emerald green agricultural terraces and traditional farmsteads during descent.
Select the left side specifically for the departure phase to see the vast expanse of Taihu Lake. For morning flights, this side will be sunlit, which is excellent for highlighting the textures of the Sichuan Basin farmlands, though afternoon sun may cause significant glare.
Distance: 1,572 km (977 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: WUX (31.4944000244, 120.429000854)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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