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XIY → CZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an) to Changzhou Benniu Airport (Changzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Qinling Mountains shortly after takeoff and follows the rich landscape of the Yangtze River basin during the descent into Changzhou.
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Qinling Mountains
The massive range that divides North and South China, offering dramatic ridgelines and peak silhouettes.
Ancient Luoyang
Fly past the historic city of Luoyang, where the Yi and Luo rivers converge.
Mount Song
Home to the Shaolin Temple, visible as a prominent peak within the Funiu mountain range extensions.
Yangtze River
Glimpses of the winding Yangtze River as the flight approaches the Anhui-Jiangsu border region.
Yangtze Delta Network
A dense tapestry of canals, industrial hubs, and interconnected cities leading into Changzhou.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Qinling peaks. During descent, look for the 'Water Town' geography of the Yangtze Delta, characterized by intense irrigation and high-density residential clusters. Best views of the mountains occur in the first 20 minutes of the flight.
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Xi'an Urban Sprawl
Aerial views of the ancient capital's grid layout and the Wei River valley immediately after departure.
Yellow River Bend
Potential sightings of the Yellow River to the north as it carves through the Loess Plateau and enters the plains.
North China Plain
The vast, patch-worked agricultural heartland of Henan province stretching to the horizon.
Lake Hongze
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible as you cross into the watery landscapes of Jiangsu.
Zhengzhou Skyline
Views of the bustling provincial capital of Henan, highlighting the rapid urbanization of Central China.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look for the distinct change in soil color from the yellow-brown loess to the lush green wetlands of the east. Keep an eye out for the South-to-North Water Diversion Project canals cutting through the landscape.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,063 km (661 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Arrival: CZX (31.919701, 119.778999)
Route Type: Domestic
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