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BKI → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (Kota Kinabalu) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this route as it offers a chance to see the majestic Mount Kinabalu upon departure and a dramatic view of the Hong Kong and Shenzhen skylines during the final descent into the Pearl River Delta.
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Mount Kinabalu
Southeast Asia's highest peak is often visible to the east shortly after departure if the aircraft takes a northern heading.
Kudat Peninsula
The 'Tip of Borneo' where the Sulu and South China Seas meet, showcasing rugged coastlines and sandy beaches.
Lantau Island
Clear views of the Big Buddha statue and Hong Kong International Airport as the plane tracks north past the HK airspace.
Shenzhen Skyline
A dense forest of skyscrapers including the Ping An Finance Centre, providing a spectacular urban landscape before landing.
For the best chance to see Mount Kinabalu, choose a morning flight when the clouds are less likely to obscure the peak. On the final approach to SZX, the right side typically offers a more impressive view of the Shenzhen CBD and the dense urban sprawl of the Pearl River Delta.
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Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
A group of five islands off the coast of Kota Kinabalu with crystal clear coral reefs visible shortly after takeoff.
South China Sea
Expansive views of the turquoise sea, occasionally passing over remote atolls and fishing vessels.
HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge, appearing as a thin white thread stretching across the estuary.
Macau Peninsula
The dense skyline of Macau, including the iconic Grand Lisboa and the Macau Tower, visible during the descent.
Sit on the left if you want a clear view of the engineering marvel that is the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge. During the late afternoon, this side experiences less glare from the sun when flying north towards China.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,873 km (1,164 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: BKI (5.9372100830078125, 116.0510025024414)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: International
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