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YIW → CGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Yiwu Airport (Yiwu) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (Zhengzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic view of the Dabie Mountains and the rugged transition from the humid southern hills to the vast North China Plain.
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Yiwu Industrial Hub
An expansive view of the world's largest small commodity distribution centers shortly after takeoff.
Dabie Mountains
A major mountain range providing a rugged, forested landscape that serves as a natural barrier between Anhui and Henan.
Meishan Reservoir
The deep blue waters of this massive reservoir nestled within the valleys of the Dabie range.
Central China Plain
Watch the terrain flatten into the iconic 'Breadbasket of China' with its distinctive rectangular agricultural plots.
Xuchang Outskirts
Industrial and urban developments on the southern approach to the Zhengzhou metropolitan area.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during morning flights, as the sun will be behind you. Look out roughly 30 minutes after departure for the most prominent mountain peaks. In winter, this side provides the best chance to see snow-dusted ridges in the Dabie range.
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Yiwu Trade City
Aerial perspective of the massive interconnected trade complexes near Yiwu Airport.
Yangtze River Crossing
The mighty Yangtze River visible as a wide, silver artery winding through the Anhui plains.
Chaohu Lake
One of the five largest freshwater lakes in China, visible in the distance near the city of Hefei.
Huai River
The traditional geographic and climatic dividing line between North and South China.
Zhengzhou New Area
Views of the modern Zhengdong New Area skyline and the 'Corn Tower' landmark during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid direct glare while observing the Yangtze and Huai rivers. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the haze often present over the industrial regions of the Anhui and Henan plains.
Book Hotels in ZhengzhouDistance: 820 km (510 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: YIW (29.3446998596, 120.031997681)
Arrival: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)
Route Type: Domestic
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