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7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more scenic approach into Haikou, featuring views of the Yangtze River crossing and the beautiful coastline of Hainan Island during the final descent.

Left Side Highlights
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Yellow River Basin

View the winding path of the Yellow River shortly after takeoff from Zhengzhou.

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Wuhan Metropolitan Area

Catch glimpses of the sprawling city of Wuhan and the massive Yangtze River bridge systems.

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Dabie Mountains

Fly over the lush, green ridges of the Dabie mountain range in southern Hubei.

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Haikou Eastern Coast

A stunning view of the South China Sea and the urban skyline of Haikou during the landing phase.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy clearer views of the river networks. The approach into Haikou from the north often provides a panoramic view of the city's coastal development. In summer, the visibility of the wetlands in Hunan is particularly high.

Right Side Highlights
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Dongting Lake

One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible as a vast expanse of water and wetlands.

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Hengshan Mountain

Look for one of the Five Sacred Mountains of China as you traverse Hunan province.

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Guangxi Karst Peaks

Distinctive limestone formations and jagged peaks typical of southern China's landscape.

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Qiongzhou Strait

The narrow body of water separating mainland China from Hainan Island, filled with cargo ships.

The right side is perfect for sunset flights, offering a spectacular orange glow over the karst mountains of Guangxi. Be sure to look out for the Leizhou Peninsula, which serves as the final mainland landmark before crossing the sea. Winter flights may experience some haze, so early afternoon offers the best lighting.

Top Activities in Haikou
Route Information

Distance: 1,656 km (1,029 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min

Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)

Arrival: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)

Route Type: Domestic

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