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KOW → XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Ganzhou Airport (Ganzhou) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred as it offers the most iconic views of Xiamen Island, the coastal skyline, and the lush mountainous terrain of southern Fujian during the descent.
Longyan Highlands
Dramatic mountain scenery as the flight crosses from Ganzhou into the heart of southern Fujian.
Hakka Earth Buildings
The general region of the UNESCO-listed Tulou; while individual buildings are small, the unique settlement patterns are visible.
Jiulong River Delta
The flat, fertile plains surrounding Zhangzhou, showing a transition from mountains to coastal agriculture.
Xiamen Island Skyline
A breathtaking view of the high-rise buildings and urban density of Xiamen Island during the final approach.
Gulangyu Island
The famous car-free island and its colonial architecture can often be spotted just off the coast of the main city.
Coastal Bridges
Clear views of the Haicang and Xinglin bridges connecting the island to the mainland.
The right side offers the 'money shot' of Xiamen's coastline. Choose an afternoon flight for warm, golden light hitting the city buildings. During descent, stay alert for the sudden transition from green mountains to the blue waters of the Taiwan Strait.
Northern Fujian Ranges
Aerial views of the rugged peaks and deep valleys that define the border between Jiangxi and Fujian provinces.
Sanming Urban Cluster
Glimpses of the industrial and residential development concentrated along the riverbanks in the mountain valleys.
Shaxian River System
Winding waterways that cut through the green landscape, creating a striking contrast against the forest canopy.
Quanzhou Bay
As the flight approaches the coast, you can see the expansive bay areas north of Xiamen.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct terraced farming patterns visible in the mountain valleys during the first half of the trip.
Distance: 367 km (228 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: KOW (25.853333, 114.778889)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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