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JJN → NKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (Quanzhou) to Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of China's inland geography, featuring the rugged Fujian mountains and the spectacular Taihu Lake before landing.
Wuyi Mountain Ranges
The flight traverses the lush, mist-covered peaks of northern Fujian, showcasing dramatic granite topography.
Taihu Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive blue expanse near the border of Zhejiang and Jiangsu.
Suzhou & Wuxi Skyline
On clear days, the dense urban sprawl and skyscrapers of the southern Yangtze Delta are visible to the west.
Yangtze River Crossing
The final descent often crosses the mighty Yangtze, offering a view of its massive width and cargo ship traffic.
Purple Mountain
Nanjing's 'Green Lung' becomes visible just before touchdown, marking the approach to Lukou Airport.
Sit on the left for the best views of the sunset if flying in the late afternoon. Keep your camera ready about 20-25 minutes before landing to capture the scale of Taihu Lake. During the winter, the mountain peaks in Fujian may have a light dusting of frost or snow.
Quanzhou Bay
Immediate views of the Quanzhou coastline and the intricate network of bridges crossing the bay upon takeoff.
Zhejiang Archipelago
Vistas of the scattered islands along the Wenzhou and Taizhou coastline as the plane heads north.
Hangzhou Bay
A view of the massive estuary where the Qiantang River meets the sea, sometimes revealing the Hangzhou Bay Bridge.
Yangtze Delta Industry
The massive logistics hubs and manufacturing clusters that power eastern China's economy are visible below.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Look out early for the coastal geography of Fujian. If the flight path tracks slightly east, you may catch a distant glimpse of the Shanghai suburban sprawl.
Distance: 773 km (480 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: JJN (24.7964, 118.589996)
Arrival: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Route Type: Domestic
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