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ZYI → NKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Zunyi Xinzhou Airport (Zunyi) to Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of China's most iconic landscapes, including the Guizhou karst formations, the scenic Poyang Lake, and potential views of the legendary Huangshan mountain range.
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Guizhou Karst Peaks
Immediately after takeoff, witness the unique 'stone forest' hills and deep valleys characteristic of the Zunyi region.
Lushan National Park
A glimpse of the mist-shrouded peaks of Lushan, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its cultural and natural beauty.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, appearing as a complex network of wetlands and seasonal waterways.
Huangshan Silhouettes
On clear days, the jagged granite peaks of the Yellow Mountains are visible to the south during the descent phase.
Nanjing Purple Mountain
During the final approach into Lukou, look for the lush greenery of Zijin Shan and the urban skyline of Nanjing.
Choose a window seat on the right for the best morning light on the Guizhou karst. About 40 minutes before landing, scan the horizon for the high peaks of Huangshan. In autumn, the contrast between the drying lake beds of Poyang and the surrounding greenery is particularly striking.
Book Hotels in NanjingWuling Mountains
The rugged terrain of western Hunan, known for its dramatic vertical peaks and dense forest cover.
Dongting Lake
A massive flood-basin lake in the Yangtze River valley, providing a vast expanse of silver-blue water.
Wuhan Outskirts
Distant views of the massive urban sprawl and infrastructure around the confluence of the Han and Yangtze rivers.
Yangtze River Crossings
Aerial perspective of major suspension bridges connecting the northern and southern banks near Anhui.
Anhui Floodplains
A patchwork of rice paddies and irrigation canals typical of the lower Yangtze River basin.
Sit toward the front to avoid wing obstruction when looking north toward the Yangtze. This side is better during afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. Keep an eye out for the distinct change from mountains to flat floodplains as you pass Hunan.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,235 km (767 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: ZYI (27.5895, 107.0007)
Arrival: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Route Type: Domestic
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