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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the Sichuan Basin's transition from rugged hills to the vast Chengdu Plain, with the spectacular backdrop of the snow-capped Qionglai and Minshan mountain ranges visible on the horizon during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Wanzhou Cityscape

A bird's-eye view of the northern banks of Wanzhou and its impressive bridge infrastructure.

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Daba Mountains

Look north to see the high, rugged peaks that form the natural northern barrier of the Sichuan Province.

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Terraced Farmland

Exquisite patterns of terraced rice paddies and rapeseed fields that create a mosaic across the landscape.

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Nanchong City

A clear view of the urban sprawl of Nanchong situated along the winding Jialing River.

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Eastern Himalayas

On clear days, the stunning snow-capped peaks of Mount Siguniang and the Qionglai range appear to the west during descent.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The highlight is the western horizon; keep your camera ready during the last 20 minutes of the flight for a chance to see the 'Mountains of Heaven' looming over the Chengdu skyline.

Left Side Highlights
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Yangtze River Bend

Immediately after takeoff, view the massive Yangtze River as it winds through the Three Gorges Reservoir region.

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Red Basin Hills

Observation of the characteristic iron-rich red soil and rolling topography unique to eastern Sichuan.

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Zigong-Neijiang Corridor

Distant views of the densely populated industrial and agricultural hubs in the southern basin.

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Longquan Mountains

The final low-lying mountain ridge that separates the hilly interior from the flat Chengdu Plain.

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Tianfu New Area

A sprawling view of Chengdu's modern southern expansion and its high-tech districts during final approach.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm 'golden hour' light reflecting off the Yangtze. This side is also better for spotting the dense network of rivers and reservoirs that feed the basin's agriculture.

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Route Information

Distance: 430 km (267 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 43 min

Departure: WXN (30.8017, 108.433)

Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)

Route Type: Domestic

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