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JUH â XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Jiuhuashan Airport (Chizhou) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the sacred peaks of Jiuhua Mountain immediately after takeoff and the dramatic, UNESCO-listed Wuyi Mountains during the descent phase into Fujian province.
Jiuhua Mountain
Catch immediate views of one of China's four sacred Buddhist mountains, known for its temples and cloud-wrapped ridges.
Wuyi Mountains
Observe the striking Danxia landforms and deep green tea plantations of this famous mountain range in northern Fujian.
Min River Valley
The plane follows the general path of the winding Min River, showing deep valleys and agricultural terraces.
Xiamen Island
A spectacular view of the entire island city, including the dense urban core and surrounding maritime traffic.
Haicang Bridge
Just before touchdown, look for the impressive suspension bridge connecting Xiamen Island to the Haicang mainland district.
The right side is highly recommended for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Wuyi Mountains. For the best views of Xiamen's urban layout and the surrounding bridges, choose a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed downward view during the approach to Runway 05.
Huangshan Peaks
On clear days, the distant granite peaks of the Yellow Mountains are visible to the east shortly after departure from Chizhou.
Taiping Lake
A sprawling, multi-island reservoir nestled in the valleys of southern Anhui, offering vibrant blue-green hues.
Fujian Coastline
As the plane approaches Xiamen, the rugged coastline and the vast expanse of the Taiwan Strait appear on the horizon.
Quanzhou Bay
View the massive bridge infrastructure and shipping ports of Quanzhou just before the final descent into Xiamen.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the early morning to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides a better perspective of the eastern coastal plains and the distant sea as you cross from Anhui into Fujian.
Distance: 690 km (429 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: JUH (30.7403, 117.6856)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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