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JIU → XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Jiujiang Lushan Airport (Jiujiang) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this route as it offers the most direct views of the Lushan mountain range upon departure and a stunning panorama of the Xiamen island skyline during the final descent.
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Lushan National Park
Capture the iconic, mist-covered ridges of Lushan Mountain shortly after the plane reaches its initial cruising altitude.
Taining Geopark
Look for the unique red Danxia landforms and deep river canyons in the central Fujian region.
Xiamen Island
Enjoy an unparalleled aerial view of Xiamen's urban center, the scenic Ring Road, and the nearby Gulangyu Island.
Haicang Bridge
A clear view of the massive suspension bridge and the industrial beauty of the Haicang district during the final approach.
For the best experience, keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of flight for Lushan. On the final approach into XMN, the right side typically offers a much more scenic view of the city's coastal bridges and island geography compared to the mainland side.
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Poyang Lake
The southern tip of China's largest freshwater lake is visible to the east shortly after takeoff from Jiujiang.
Wuyi Mountains
Fly over the eastern ridges of this UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its biodiversity and jagged peaks.
Quanzhou Coastline
As the plane nears the destination, the left side offers views of the busy Quanzhou Bay and coastal shipping lanes.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct change in landscape from the green mountains of Jiangxi to the rugged coast of Fujian.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 595 km (370 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: JIU (29.476944, 115.801111)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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