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YIH → NGB
Which side of the plane to sit from Yichang Sanxia Airport (Yichang) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the rugged Southern Anhui mountain ranges, the world-famous Huangshan peaks, and the unique turquoise archipelago of Qiandao Lake before descending over the dramatic Hangzhou Bay.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
The iconic granite peaks and pine-covered ridges of this UNESCO World Heritage site are often visible above the clouds.
Qiandao Lake
Also known as Thousand Island Lake, this reservoir features over a thousand emerald-green islets scattered in crystal blue water.
Wuyi Mountain Foothills
Rolling tea-growing hills and mist-filled valleys characteristic of northern Fujian and southern Zhejiang borders.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
During the final approach into Ningbo, look for the 'S-shaped' silhouette of one of the longest trans-oceanic bridges in the world.
Ningbo-Zhoushan Port
View the world's busiest port by cargo tonnage, featuring endless rows of colorful shipping containers and massive tankers.
The right side is significantly more scenic for nature lovers. For the best photography of Huangshan and Qiandao Lake, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the mountains from the east. In winter, the snow-capped peaks of Anhui are a rare and beautiful sight from this side.
Wuhan Metropolitan Area
A clear view of the sprawling 'Triple City' and the massive confluence of the Yangtze and Han Rivers.
Lake Chao
One of the largest freshwater lakes in China located near Hefei, visible as a vast silver expanse.
Anhui Plains
The intricate patchwork of agricultural fields and canal systems that define the rural landscape of Eastern China.
Yangtze Delta Infrastructure
On clear days, the northern horizon reveals the heavy industrial development and massive bridges crossing the lower Yangtze.
Sit on the left during sunset flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for observing the dense urban development and the vastness of the Yangtze River's path toward the sea.
Distance: 962 km (598 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: YIH (30.55655, 111.479988)
Arrival: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Route Type: Domestic
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