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HAK → ZYI
Which side of the plane to sit from Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou) to Zunyi Xinzhou Airport (Zunyi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for observing the transition from the tropical Qiongzhou Strait to the world-renowned karst topography of Guangxi and the dramatic mountain ridges of the Guizhou Plateau.
Qiongzhou Strait
View the turquoise waters and maritime traffic separating Hainan Island from mainland China shortly after takeoff.
Beibu Gulf Coast
The western coastline of the Leizhou Peninsula offers views of salt pans and aquaculture farms along the shore.
Guangxi Karst Landscape
Stunning limestone towers and cluster-peak depressions typical of the South China Karst region.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
A dramatic increase in elevation featuring deep river valleys and terraced agriculture carved into the hillsides.
Guizhou Cloud Sea
High-altitude views of the thick fog and low clouds that frequently settle in the valleys of southern China.
Choose a window seat in front of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. On morning flights, the left side is shaded, providing clearer visibility of the karst peaks. Look for the sharp geographic transition about 30-40 minutes into the flight as the flat coastal plains disappear into the mountains.
Zhanjiang Coastline
Distant views of the busy shipping lanes and port infrastructure of the Zhanjiang region.
Liuzhou Basin
Visuals of the winding Liu River and the industrial urban sprawl nestled among the hills.
Wujiang River
Cross over the majestic Wujiang, one of the largest tributaries of the Yangtze, cutting through deep limestone gorges.
Zunyi Mountain Ranges
Rugged, forested ridges that characterize the terrain of northern Guizhou as the flight begins its descent.
Zunyi City Approach
An aerial perspective of the historical city's layout and its unique mix of traditional and modern architecture.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to capture the golden hour light reflecting off the winding rivers of Guizhou. Watch for the massive bridges spanning the deep canyons, which are engineering marvels of the region. Ensure your window is clean for high-contrast mountain photography.
Distance: 921 km (572 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Arrival: ZYI (27.5895, 107.0007)
Route Type: Domestic
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