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FOC → DLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Fuzhou Changle International Airport (Fuzhou) to Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the transition from the lush Fujian coast to the expansive island chains of the East China Sea and the dramatic coastline of the Liaodong Peninsula.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A breathtaking view of hundreds of islands and islets scattered across the turquoise waters of the East China Sea.
Yangtze River Sediment Plumes
The striking visual boundary where the brownish, silt-laden river water meets the blue of the open ocean.
Yellow Sea Shipping Lanes
Dozens of massive cargo ships and tankers anchored or in transit toward the busy northern ports.
East China Sea Horizon
An unobstructed view of the vast ocean, particularly stunning during sunrise or early morning flights.
Dalian Port and Coastline
Spectacular views of Dalian's rugged rocky shores, northern islands, and the bustling industrial shipyards during descent.
This is the best side for morning flights as the rising sun illuminates the sea and the islands. The Zhoushan islands appear approximately 30 to 45 minutes after takeoff from Fuzhou and are the scenic highlight of the trip. During the descent into Dalian, this side provides the best perspective of the city's unique maritime geography and numerous coastal bridges.
Northern Fujian Highlands
Dense, mist-covered mountain ranges and deep valleys visible shortly after departing Fuzhou.
Yangtze River Delta Sprawl
The massive urban corridor extending from Shanghai toward Suzhou and Wuxi, showcasing intense urbanization.
Taihu Lake
On clear days, the shimmering expanse of China's third-largest freshwater lake is visible in the distance.
Jiangsu Agriculture Patchwork
An intricate grid of farmland and irrigation canals characteristic of the fertile eastern plains.
Bohai Gulf Coastline
The curving western shore of the Liaodong Peninsula as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into Dalian.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy the golden hour glow over the mainland. It is ideal for those interested in the scale of Chinese urban infrastructure and the geographic diversity of the eastern provinces. Keep an eye out for the dense network of rivers and canals in the Jiangsu region.
Distance: 1,459 km (907 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min
Departure: FOC (25.93510055541992, 119.66300201416016)
Arrival: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Route Type: Domestic
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