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Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the rugged Wuyi Mountains and provides a classic view of the Xiamen coastline and the Jiulong River estuary during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
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Dabie Mountains

Dramatic ridges and valleys of the Dabie range shortly after reaching cruising altitude south of Henan.

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Wuyi Mountains

A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring stunning karst-like peaks and deep green forests as you enter Fujian airspace.

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Jiulong River

The winding path of the Jiulong River as it flows through Zhangzhou towards the Xiamen bay area.

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Xiamen Island Skyline

A panoramic view of Xiamen's modern skyscrapers and the famous Siming district during the descent.

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Gulangyu Island

The pedestrian-only 'Piano Island' is often visible on the right during the final turns for landing at Gaoqi Airport.

Book an afternoon flight to see the Wuyi Mountains illuminated by the setting sun. The right side is particularly scenic during the descent, as most flight paths into XMN provide a direct look at the city's urban landscape and the nearby Zhangzhou coastal region.

Left Side Highlights
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Yangtze River Crossing

Aerial view of the massive Yangtze River as the flight traverses the border between Anhui and Jiangxi provinces.

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Poyang Lake

The eastern expanse of China's largest freshwater lake, visible during the mid-flight segment.

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Kinmen Islands

As the plane turns for its final approach into XMN, the islands of Kinmen are often visible to the east over the Taiwan Strait.

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Quanzhou Coastline

Glimpses of the historical port city of Quanzhou and its intricate bay systems just before the descent into Xiamen.

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Mount Huang (Distance)

On clear days, the peaks of Huangshan can be spotted in the far distance to the east while flying over Anhui.

Morning flights provide the best lighting for the eastern view without the sun's glare. Watch for the distinct change from the flat Central Plains to the rolling hills of the southeast about 30 minutes after departure from Zhengzhou.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,184 km (736 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min

Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)

Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)

Route Type: Domestic

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