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YIH → HGH
Which side of the plane to sit from Yichang Sanxia Airport (Yichang) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular geographic showcase, including China's largest freshwater lake, the spiritual peaks of Lushan, and the world-famous Qiandao Lake during the descent into Hangzhou.
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Poyang Lake
An incredible view of China's largest freshwater lake, especially impressive during high water season.
Lushan National Park
The iconic UNESCO-listed mountain range known for its steep cliffs and frequent sea of clouds.
Huangshan Vistas
On clear days, the distant jagged granite peaks of Yellow Mountain can be spotted to the south.
Qiandao Lake
The stunning 'Thousand Island Lake' featuring emerald islands scattered across clear blue water during descent.
Qiantang River
The winding river through Hangzhou, famous for its massive tidal bore and urban skyline.
The star of this route is Qiandao Lake; stay alert during the last 20-25 minutes of the flight. Afternoon flights offer exceptional golden hour views over Poyang Lake. In winter, you might see snow-capped peaks in the southern Anhui ranges.
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Wuhan Metropolitan Area
A sprawling view of the tri-city hub where the Han River meets the Yangtze.
Dabie Mountains
Distances views of the rugged mountain range that separates the Yangtze and Huai River basins.
Yangtze Meanders
The intricate silver curves of the middle reaches of the Yangtze River as it flows toward Anhui.
Taihu Lake
A massive expanse of water visible to the northeast during the final descent phase.
Morning flights provide the best lighting on this side without sun glare. Watch for the massive bridge infrastructure near Wuhu and Ma'anshan as the plane enters the Yangtze Delta region.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 859 km (534 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: YIH (30.55655, 111.479988)
Arrival: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Route Type: Domestic
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