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XIY → NNG
Which side of the plane to sit from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an) to Nanning Wuxu Airport (Nanning)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more direct view of the most rugged sections of the Qinling Mountains and the expansive karst landscapes of western Guizhou and Guangxi during the descent.
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Qinling Main Range
Stunning views of the high altitude peaks and deep valleys of central China.
Red Earth Basins
Pockets of distinct red soil visible through the clouds in the Sichuan-Guizhou border region.
Guangxi Karst Forest
Iconic 'sugarloaf' mountains and dense conical hills as you enter Guangxi.
Nanning Greenbelt
The 'Green City' reveals its heavy forestation and suburban reservoirs on final approach.
The right side is superior for sunset flights as the light illuminates the karst peaks. Watch for the dramatic change in topography roughly 40 minutes into the flight. For the best photography of the Nanning 'Green City' skyline, sit behind the wing to capture the contrast of mountains and urbanity.
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Eastern Qinling Ridges
The primary geographic divider between North and South China, visible shortly after takeoff.
Guiyang Cityscape
Aerial view of the high-rise capital of Guizhou province nestled among hills.
Eastern Karst Formations
Vast clusters of limestone peaks typical of the southern China topography.
Yong River Bend
The winding path of the river as the flight approaches the Nanning basin.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better look at the urban sprawl of Guiyang and the eastern Guizhou plateau. Focus on the transition from the dry Guanzhong Plain to the lush green south.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,318 km (819 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Arrival: NNG (22.60829925537109, 108.1719970703125)
Route Type: Domestic
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