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DOY → DLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Dongying Shengli Airport (Dongying) to Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Yellow River Delta at takeoff, followed by the dotted islands of the Bohai Strait and a dramatic approach over the Dalian city coastline and port facilities.
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Shengli Oilfield
Bird's-eye view of China's second-largest oilfield with its distinct pumpjacks and industrial infrastructure near the coast.
Miaodao Archipelago
A chain of islands stretching across the Bohai Strait, visible as the flight traverses the water toward Dalian.
Laotieshan Cape
The southern tip of the Liaodong Peninsula where the Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea meet, known for its distinct water color boundary.
Dalian Port and Skyline
Panoramic views of the bustling Dalian Port, the Zhongshan District skyscrapers, and the Xinghai Bay Bridge during final descent.
Sit on the right for the iconic approach into Zhoushuizi Airport, which often passes directly over the city or along the coast. Morning flights may experience some glare from the sun, but the views of the Bohai Strait islands are unparalleled on clear days.
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Yellow River Delta
Vibrant wetlands and sediment patterns where the Yellow River meets the sea shortly after takeoff from Dongying.
Bohai Sea Horizon
Expansive views of the Bohai Gulf's northern reaches, often filled with cargo vessels and tankers.
Dalian Jinzhou Bay
The northern coastline of the Liaodong Peninsula and the massive reclamation project for the new Dalian offshore airport.
Choose this side for views of the massive reclamation projects north of Dalian. Afternoon flights will have the sun behind you, providing better lighting for photography of the Liaodong coastline.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 290 km (180 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: DOY (37.508598327600005, 118.788002014)
Arrival: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Route Type: Domestic
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