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HYNSZX

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a spectacular vantage point of the East China Sea and South China Sea coastlines, featuring numerous islands, intricate bays, and major coastal cities like Xiamen and Quanzhou.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Wenzhou Bay

Aerial view of the Oujiang River estuary and the rugged coastline of southern Zhejiang shortly after takeoff.

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Pingtan Island

One of China's largest coastal islands, recognizable by its unique rock formations and extensive wind farms.

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Xiamen Coastline

Stunning views of the urban skyline, Gulangyu Island, and the bridge networks connecting the mainland.

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Quanzhou Harbor

A historic maritime hub with visible container terminals and ancient bay structures along the Fujian coast.

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Shenzhen Bay Bridge

During the final approach, see the massive bridge connecting Shenzhen to Hong Kong over the shimmering bay.

Choose a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the afternoon sun over the ocean. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the best coastal shots of Fujian province. During the summer, look for distinct turquoise water patches near the offshore islands.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Yandang Mountains

Dramatic jagged peaks and lush green valleys of the Yandang range visible in southern Zhejiang.

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Min River Basin

The winding Min River as it snakes through the mountainous terrain surrounding Fuzhou.

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Shantou Cityscape

A high-altitude view of the dense urban layout of Shantou and the surrounding Han River delta.

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Guangdong Highlands

The rolling hills and extensive forest cover of eastern Guangdong as the plane turns inland.

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Pearl River Delta Hub

The massive industrial and manufacturing complexes of Dongguan visible just before descending into SZX.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the inland mountains. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain from the sharp Fujian hills to the vast, flat industrial plains of the Pearl River Delta as you cross into Guangdong province.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,008 km (626 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min

Departure: HYN (28.56220054626465, 121.4290008544922)

Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)

Route Type: Domestic

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