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XIY → WNZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an) to Wenzhou Longwan International Airport (Wenzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for China's diverse topography, featuring the massive Qinling range, the iconic Huangshan peaks, and the rugged highlands of Zhejiang.
Qinling Mountains
The dramatic, jagged ridges of China's great north-south divide visible shortly after takeoff.
Danjiangkou Reservoir
The sprawling, turquoise waters of this massive reservoir, a key source for the South-to-North Water Transfer Project.
Dabie Mountains
Dense, forested peaks marking the border regions of Hubei, Henan, and Anhui provinces.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
The world-famous granite peaks and cloud-shrouded vistas of the southern Anhui mountain range.
Nanxi River Valley
The winding river systems and steep, terraced hills characteristic of southern Zhejiang's unique terrain.
Choose the right side for spectacular mountain views. For sunset flights, this side offers dramatic golden hour lighting over the Qinling and Dabie ranges. Keep a close watch mid-flight for the distinct granite formations of Huangshan, which are best seen from high altitudes under clear skies. In spring, the terraced fields of Zhejiang below will show vibrant greens.
Xi'an Metropolitan Area
Bird's eye view of the ancient capital's grid layout and the Wei River valley upon departure.
Central China Plains
Vast stretches of geometric agricultural fields across Henan and northern Anhui provinces.
Hefei & Lake Chao
The urban sprawl of Anhui's capital paired with the expansive waters of one of China's largest freshwater lakes.
Hangzhou Bay Distal View
On clear days, the distant glimmer of the Qiantang River estuary and the East China Sea coastline.
Wenzhou Coastal Fringe
The transition from the mainland to the islands of the East China Sea during the final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best visibility of the Anhui lakes. During the landing phase at WNZ, the left side often captures the industrial harbor and the expansive Oujiang River mouth. Winter mornings provide a crisp view of the frost-covered plains.
Distance: 1,360 km (845 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Arrival: WNZ (27.912201, 120.851997)
Route Type: Domestic
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