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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Wuyi Mountains during the cruise phase and provides a more iconic perspective of the Xiamen city skyline and Gulangyu Island upon descent into Xiamen Gaoqi.

Right Side Highlights
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Wuyi Mountains

Breathtaking views of the UNESCO World Heritage site's dramatic peaks and deep river valleys in northern Fujian.

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Min River Basin

Tracing the winding paths of the Min River's upper tributaries through the rugged interior terrain.

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Xiamen Island Skyline

A panoramic view of Xiamen's dense urban center and modern skyscrapers as the aircraft aligns with the runway.

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Gulangyu Island

Glimpse the famous pedestrian-only island known for its colonial architecture and piano history during the landing sequence.

The right side is the 'money side' for mountain lovers; keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes after departure. When landing from the north (standard at XMN), this side offers the best views of the high-rise buildings and the scenic Gulangyu Island. Choose afternoon flights for the best lighting on the city skyline.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Quzhou Cityscape

Aerial views of the Qu River winding through the eastern districts of Quzhou shortly after takeoff.

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Fujian Green Peaks

Dense, lush forest canopies of the eastern Fujian mountain ranges stretching toward the coast.

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Kinmen Island

A clear view of the islands governed by Taiwan, offering a unique geopolitical and geographic perspective just before landing.

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Xiang'an Bridge

View of the massive bridge connecting Xiamen Island to the mainland's Xiang'an District during the final approach.

Opt for a morning flight to have the sun behind you for better photography of the coastal features. The left side is particularly interesting during the final minutes of flight for spotting the proximity between Xiamen and Kinmen Island.

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Route Information

Distance: 498 km (309 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 50 min

Departure: JUZ (28.965799, 118.899002)

Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)

Route Type: Domestic

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