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HAK → ZHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou) to Zhanjiang Airport (Zhanjiang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of Haikou's expanding urban skyline upon takeoff and provides a clear perspective of the Leizhou Peninsula's wind farms and the vast Beibu Gulf during the short crossing.
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Haikou City Skyline
A panoramic view of the high-rises and urban density of Hainan's capital city shortly after departure.
Holiday Beach
The long, sandy stretch of Haikou's western coast as the plane banks toward the mainland.
Xuwen Wind Farms
Dozens of white wind turbines lining the southern tip of the Leizhou Peninsula.
Beibu Gulf Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the Gulf of Tonkin, particularly breathtaking during late afternoon flights.
Sit on the left for sunset views on evening flights. The flight is extremely short, typically under 40 minutes, so keep your window shade up from the moment of takeoff. Watch for the distinct change in water color as you cross the Qiongzhou Strait.
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Dongzhai Harbor Mangroves
Lush green mangrove forests and wetlands located just east of Meilan Airport.
Qiongzhou Strait Shipping
Busy maritime traffic including cargo ships and passenger ferries crossing between the island and the mainland.
Yuehai Railway Ferry
The unique path of the railway ferry that transports entire trains across the sea.
Zhanjiang Bay
Views of the industrial port and shipping infrastructure as you begin the final approach into Zhanjiang.
The right side is excellent for spotting the railway ferry operations near Hai'an. Since the altitude is relatively low throughout this short hop, geographic details like aquaculture farms along the coast are very visible. Early morning flights offer the best lighting for this side.
Book Hotels in ZhanjiangDistance: 143 km (89 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Arrival: ZHA (21.214399, 110.358002)
Route Type: Domestic
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