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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Wuyi Mountains and the rugged terrain of Fujian province before approaching Xiamen over the Jiulong River estuary.

Right Side Highlights
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Wuyi Mountains

Fly over the UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dramatic sandstone peaks and lush tea-growing valleys.

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Fujian Forested Highlands

Dense green canopy and misty valleys dominate the landscape as you cross the border from Jiangxi into Fujian.

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Xiamen Haicang District

During the final approach, enjoy a panorama of the Haicang port facilities and the urban skyline of western Xiamen.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind or above the plane, illuminating the Wuyi Mountains. Watch for the change from inland peaks to the industrial-metropolitan landscape of Zhangzhou and Xiamen during the last 15 minutes of flight.

Left Side Highlights
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Yangtze River Crossing

Immediately after takeoff from AQG, catch a glimpse of the mighty Yangtze River winding through Anhui province.

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Fujian Coastline

As the flight nears Xiamen, the rugged coastline of Quanzhou and the Meizhou Bay come into view to the east.

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Kinmen Islands

On the final approach to XMN, the Kinmen Islands are often clearly visible just off the coast of the mainland.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is particularly rewarding during the descent into Xiamen, as you may see the Quanzhou cross-sea bridges and the outlying islands near the Taiwan Strait.

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Route Information

Distance: 680 km (423 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min

Departure: AQG (30.582199, 117.050003)

Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)

Route Type: Domestic

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