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HKG → YNT
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Yantai Laishan Airport (Yantai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a spectacular view of the China coastline, the massive Yangtze River Delta, and the scenic crossing of the Yellow Sea before landing on the Shandong Peninsula.
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Pearl River Delta
Aerial perspective of the world's largest urban area including Shenzhen and Dongguan immediately after takeoff.
East China Sea Coast
Follow the winding coastline where the land meets the vast blue expanse of the Pacific.
Yangtze River Estuary
See the massive delta where the Yangtze meets the sea, often crowded with international shipping vessels.
Shandong Peninsula
Scenic views of the rugged coastline and coastal towns as the flight approaches Yantai.
The right side is superior for coastal photography. On morning flights, the sun is on this side, which can cause glare, so a late morning or early afternoon departure is ideal. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Yangtze River mouth for the best maritime views. Watch for the dramatic color shift in the water as you enter the Yellow Sea.
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Nanling Mountains
View the rugged and green mountain ranges of northern Guangdong shortly after departure.
Inland Megacities
Catch glimpses of the dense urban developments in Jiangxi and Anhui provinces.
Yangtze River Plains
Observe the intricate patchwork of agricultural fields and canals throughout the Anhui and Jiangsu provinces.
Choose the left side if you prefer views of rolling hills and the vast agricultural interior. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the mountain terrain in the first half of the trip. Watch for the change from hilly terrain to flat plains as you cross the Yangtze River.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,824 km (1,133 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: YNT (37.40169906616211, 121.37200164794922)
Route Type: International
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