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HAK → NKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou) to Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the vast Qiongzhou Strait, the sprawling Poyang Lake, and the dense urban light of the Yangtze River Delta as you approach Nanjing.
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Haikou Coastal View
A stunning aerial panorama of Haikou's urban coastline and the Haidian Island area immediately after takeoff.
Qiongzhou Strait
Watch the busy shipping lanes and ferries connecting Hainan Island to the Chinese mainland.
Poyang Lake
Aerial view of China's largest freshwater lake, featuring a unique mosaic of wetlands and waterways.
Nanchang Skyline
The dense high-rises and bridges of Nanchang city visible as you fly over central Jiangxi.
Yangtze River Bend
The magnificent sight of the Yangtze River widening as it approaches the fertile delta region.
Nanjing Lukou Approach
Vibrant views of the agricultural patterns and suburban development surrounding Nanjing's airport.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Aim for a window seat away from the wing to clearly see Poyang Lake, which is the geographic highlight. Afternoon flights provide excellent illumination of the Yangtze River Delta's complex water networks. In winter, look for migratory bird patterns over the wetlands.
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Gulf of Tonkin
Distant views of the sparkling blue waters to the west of the Leizhou Peninsula.
Nanling Mountains
Dramatic ridges and deep green valleys marking the border between Guangdong and Jiangxi provinces.
Gan River
Following the winding path of the Gan River as it snakes through central Jiangxi.
Ma'anshan Bridge
A glimpse of the massive suspension bridges crossing the Yangtze River just west of the flight path.
Wuhu Cityscape
The industrial and residential sprawl of Wuhu visible shortly before the descent into Nanjing.
Sit on the left for better views of the rugged mountain terrain in southern China. This side is also preferable for sunset flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun, providing soft lighting over the Jiangxi landscape.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,558 km (968 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min
Departure: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Arrival: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Route Type: Domestic
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