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XIY → JGS
Which side of the plane to sit from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an) to Jinggangshan Airport (Jian)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic crossing of the Qinling Mountains, including views of the highest peaks like Mount Taibai, and the expansive Danjiangkou Reservoir.
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Mount Taibai
The highest peak in the Qinling Mountains, often shrouded in clouds or capped with snow.
Danjiangkou Reservoir
The massive turquoise waters of one of China's largest artificial lakes and water sources.
Shennongjia Fringe
Distant views of the primeval forests and high-altitude ridges of western Hubei.
Mufu Mountains
The rugged terrain and steep valleys along the border of Hubei and Jiangxi provinces.
Jinggangshan Massif
The dense, evergreen mountain ranges surrounding the arrival airport, known as the 'Cradle of the Revolution'.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to see the sun reflecting off the Danjiangkou Reservoir. Ensure you are seated away from the wing to fully capture the steep descent into the Jinggangshan valleys, which are often filled with low-lying mist in the early morning or evening. The Qinling crossing occurs approximately 15-20 minutes after takeoff from Xi'an.
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Eastern Qinling Range
The jagged peaks that mark the geographical boundary between Northern and Southern China.
Han River Valley
The winding Han River as it flows through the fertile plains of Shaanxi and Hubei.
Jingmen Cityscape
Aerial views of the urban expansion and industrial zones in central Hubei province.
Yangtze River Crossing
A sweeping view of the Great River's massive channel as the flight heads toward Jiangxi.
Gan River Tributaries
Intricate water networks feeding into the Poyang Lake basin near the destination.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the soft light hitting the Han River. This side is also better for spotting the urban density of the Hubei plains during the mid-flight phase. Watch for the dramatic change in soil color from the yellow loess of Xi'an to the deep greens of the south.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,019 km (633 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Arrival: JGS (26.8568992615, 114.736999512)
Route Type: Domestic
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