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HAK → TSN
Which side of the plane to sit from Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal vistas, crossing the Qiongzhou Strait, and a dramatic approach over the Bohai Bay and the massive industrial infrastructure of the Tianjin Binhai New Area.
Qiongzhou Strait
Clear views of the busy shipping lanes and ferries connecting Hainan Island to the Chinese mainland.
Pearl River Delta Edge
Distant glimpses of the massive urban clusters of the GBA if the flight path tracks slightly east.
East China Coastline
Frequent views of the jagged coastline and river estuaries as the plane skirts the edge of the Yellow Sea.
Bohai Bay
The expansive, shallow waters of the Bohai Sea, often filled with cargo ships waiting to enter port.
Tianjin Binhai Port
A spectacular bird's-eye view of one of the world's largest automated container terminals and the Binhai skyline.
The right side is essential for seeing the Bohai Sea arrival, which is the scenic highlight of the route. For morning flights, the sun rises on this side, providing a shimmering reflection on the ocean. Keep your camera ready as you approach TSN, as the descent often passes directly over the intricate harbor systems of Tanggu.
Leizhou Peninsula
Aerial views of the northern tip of Hainan and the red soil landscapes of the Leizhou Peninsula after takeoff.
Nanling Mountains
Crossing the rugged, forested terrain that separates Guangdong province from central China.
Yangtze River
A high-altitude view of the winding Yangtze River as the flight traverses central Anhui or Jiangxi.
North China Plain
The vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields that defines the landscape of Henan and Hebei provinces.
Western Tianjin
The dense urban sprawl of Tianjin's western districts visible during the final descent phase.
Choose the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the inland mountains and plains. During winter, look for the sharp contrast between the green south and the dusty, often snow-dusted North China Plain. This side is better for seeing the agricultural heartland of China.
Distance: 2,234 km (1,388 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 59 min
Departure: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Arrival: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Route Type: Domestic
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