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KHV → JMU
Which side of the plane to sit from Khabarovsk-Novy Airport (Khabarovsk) to Jiamusi Airport (Jiamusi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Amur River's main channel and the dramatic geographical transition as you cross the border from the Russian Far East into the fertile Sanjiang Plain of China.
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Amur River Confluence
The dramatic point where the Ussuri joins the mighty Amur, forming a complex network of channels and sandbars.
Fuyuan Border Point
The easternmost tip of China, visible as the aircraft crosses the border, featuring the Dongji Square landmark.
Sanjiang Plain Wetlands
A vast expanse of fertile black soil and reclaimed wetlands characterized by distinct geometric patterns of rice paddies.
Songhua River
A major tributary winding through the landscape as you approach the final descent into Jiamusi.
Wanda Mountains
Low-lying mountain ridges to the west that provide a textured contrast to the surrounding flat plains.
This side is ideal for photographers interested in the geometric patterns of the Sanjiang Plain. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing clear, glare-free views of the Amur River and the Chinese border infrastructure. Look for the massive industrial parks and agricultural centers as the plane nears Jiamusi.
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Khabarovsk Cityscape
Aerial view of the city center, the Cathedral of the Transfiguration, and the sprawling railway bridges over the Amur.
Bolshoy Ussuriysky Island
A massive river island divided between Russia and China, showcasing a mosaic of marshes and agricultural plots.
Ussuri River Meanders
Deep blue water loops carving through the vibrant green landscape along the international border.
Sikhote-Alin Foothills
Rolling hills of the southern mountain range visible in the hazy distance toward the Sea of Japan.
Sit toward the rear to avoid wing obstruction when looking back at the Khabarovsk city skyline during the initial climb. Early morning flights offer the best lighting as the sun rises over the Sikhote-Alin mountains to the east, illuminating the river basins.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 400 km (249 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: KHV (48.52799987793, 135.18800354004)
Arrival: JMU (46.84339904789999, 130.464996338)
Route Type: International
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