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YTY → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Yangzhou Taizhou Airport (Yangzhou) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of China's iconic Yellow River and the fascinating transition into the Loess Plateau's unique topography as you approach the ancient capital of Xi'an.
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The Grand Canal
The world's longest artificial river, visible shortly after takeoff from Yangzhou.
Huai River Crossing
Crossing the historical and geographical dividing line of Chinese agriculture.
Zhengzhou Hub
A massive urban sprawl and transportation hub visible mid-flight over Henan Province.
Yellow River (Huang He)
The sediment-rich 'Mother River' of China, often visible snaking across the landscape to the north.
Loess Plateau
The world's largest area of yellow earth, featuring deeply eroded canyons and terraced hills.
The right side is ideal for spotting the Yellow River, which often runs parallel to the flight path for a significant duration. For the best view of the Loess Plateau's intricate patterns, choose a morning flight when the sun angle highlights the deep ravines and terrace farming.
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Aerial views of the historic canal city and its modern expansion during the initial climb.
Dabie Mountains
Distant views of the rolling green peaks that form a natural boundary in central China.
Luoyang Vistas
Fly past the southern outskirts of another of China's great ancient capitals.
Qinling Mountains
The massive, jagged mountain range that serves as the climate divider between North and South China.
Wei River Valley
Lush agricultural plains that characterize the fertile basin surrounding Xi'an.
Sit on the left for late afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and to see the long shadows cast by the Qinling Mountains during the descent. This side is better for observing the sudden transition from high peaks to the flat Guanzhong Plain.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,038 km (645 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: YTY (32.5634, 119.7198)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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