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HGH → XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of China's rugged southeastern coastline, featuring a sequence of deep bays, sprawling aquaculture farms, and the numerous island chains of the East China Sea.
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Sanmen Bay
View the complex network of tidal flats and coastal inlets along the Ningbo-Taizhou border.
Wenzhou Islands
Spot the Dongtou archipelago and the scattered rocky outcrops near the mouth of the Ou River.
Sandu'ao Deepwater Bay
A massive natural harbor in Ningde known for its vast floating 'sea cities' and fish farms.
Taiwan Strait Horizon
As the flight approaches Xiamen, the horizon opens up to the busy shipping lanes of the strait.
Xiamen Island Coastline
During the final descent, enjoy views of the city's coastal ring road and sandy beaches.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the turquoise coastal waters and island details without glare. The 'floating farms' near Ningde are a highlight; look for grid-like patterns on the water surface. Avoid seats directly over the wing for unobstructed views of the coastline.
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Qiantang River
Catch a glimpse of the winding river and Hangzhou's southern suburbs immediately after departure.
Zhejiang-Fujian Highlands
The route traverses the lush, mist-covered peaks of the Wenzhou and Nanping mountain ranges.
Min River Valley
Follow the path of Fujian's largest river as it carves through steep, forested valleys.
Quanzhou Urban Sprawl
Witness the dense industrial and residential expansion of the historic maritime Silk Road hub.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular sunsets over the inland mountains. Watch for the dramatic transition from the high mountains of central Fujian to the coastal plains of Xiamen. During descent, look for the massive bridge infrastructures connecting Xiamen's mainland districts.
Book Hotels in XiamenDistance: 672 km (418 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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