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JDZ → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Jingdezhen Airport (Jingdezhen) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Gan River valley and provides the most dramatic perspective of the Pearl River Delta's urban sprawl, including distant views of Guangzhou and the Pearl River estuary.
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Gan River Meanders
Follow the silver thread of Jiangxi's primary waterway as it flows through the central plains.
Ganzhou Urban Area
A clear view of the historic city of Ganzhou sitting at the confluence of the Zhang and Gong rivers.
Nanling Mountain Range
The natural geographic border between Jiangxi and Guangdong, featuring sharp ridges and deep valleys.
Guangzhou distant skyline
On clear days, the Canton Tower and the skyscrapers of Zhujiang New Town are visible on the western horizon.
Pearl River Delta
An incredible view of the 'Factory of the World' with its endless grid of factories, bridges, and ports.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides the best vantage point for observing the transition from rural mountains to the world's largest megalopolis. During the final descent into SZX, you can often see the massive Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge construction and the Pearl River estuary.
Book Hotels in ShenzhenWuyi Mountain Foothills
Rolling hills and rugged terrain of the eastern Jiangxi province visible shortly after departure.
Dongjiang River Headwaters
Lush green valleys and winding tributaries that eventually feed into Hong Kong's water supply.
Wanlv Lake
A massive, deep blue reservoir in Heyuan known for its stunning water quality and surrounding forests.
Shenzhen Eastern Skyline
Views of the dense urban canyons of Luohu and Futian districts as the plane aligns for landing.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the soft sunrise light over the Jiangxi mountains. Keep an eye out for the turquoise waters of Wanlv Lake about 25-30 minutes before landing. This side is better for seeing the central Shenzhen skyscrapers during the final approach if the wind is from the north.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 817 km (508 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: JDZ (29.3386001587, 117.176002502)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: Domestic
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