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YCUCAN

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a dramatic perspective of the Yellow River shortly after takeoff, followed by expansive views of Dongting Lake and the rugged peaks of the Nanling Mountains.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Yellow River Bend

A spectacular view of the river's sharp southward turn near the border of Shanxi and Shaanxi.

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Qinling Foothills

The eastern edges of the Qinling range, marking the geographic divide between northern and southern China.

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Dongting Lake

One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible as a vast silver expanse west of the flight path.

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Mount Heng

The Southern Great Mountain (Nanyue Hengshan), known for its scenic peaks and ancient temples.

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Nanling Mountain Range

Dense, subtropical forest-covered ridges that form the natural barrier to the Pearl River Delta.

Choose a right-side seat for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Hunan mountains. Dongting Lake is a major landmark usually visible midway through the flight. During the descent into Guangzhou, keep an eye out for the increasing density of the Pearl River waterway network.

Left Side Highlights
7.4
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Yellow River Basin

Aerial view of the fertile plains and the silt-rich waters of the Huang He shortly after departure.

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Wuhan Urban Area

Glimpses of the massive tri-city metropolis and its numerous urban lakes from a distance.

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Yangtze River Crossing

A high-altitude view of the Yangtze as it winds through the Hubei and Jiangxi border regions.

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Gan River Valley

Network of waterways and agricultural patchwork typical of central China's river valleys.

Morning flights provide the best illumination for the North China Plain and the Yangtze without glare. Look for the distinct change in topography as you move from the loess-heavy north to the lush, water-rich south. Ensure a window seat well clear of the wing for the best lake views.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,322 km (821 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min

Departure: YCU (35.116391, 111.031388889)

Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)

Route Type: Domestic

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