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LYI → YIW
Which side of the plane to sit from Shubuling Airport (Linyi) to Yiwu Airport (Yiwu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the vast Yangtze River Delta, including major freshwater lakes, the industrial powerhouses of southern Jiangsu, and the iconic Qiantang River approach into Zhejiang.
Lake Hongze
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible as a massive blue expanse shortly after crossing into Jiangsu province.
Yangtze River Delta Hubs
Aerial views of the dense urban clusters including Changzhou and Wuxi, showcasing the scale of Chinese infrastructure.
Yangtze River Crossing
Watch for the massive suspension bridges spanning the Yangtze River as the flight moves south toward the Zhejiang border.
Qiantang River
The winding path of the Qiantang River provides a dramatic visual guide during the descent toward the Yiwu/Hangzhou region.
Jiangsu Water Towns
A complex network of canals and traditional agricultural plots characteristic of the 'Land of Fish and Rice'.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the numerous lakes and rivers. As you approach Yiwu, the descent often follows the coastline of the Qiantang River, offering excellent photography opportunities of the water networks.
Grand Canal Views
Occasional sightings of the ancient Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, still a vital artery for barge traffic.
Tianmu Mountain Range
As the flight nears Yiwu, the flat plains give way to the lush, green peaks of the northern Zhejiang mountains.
Nanjing Perimeter
Distant views of the Purple Mountain area and the outskirts of the ancient capital city of Nanjing.
Fuchun River Valley
A scenic landscape of rolling hills and river bends that inspired classical Chinese landscape paintings.
The right side is preferable during late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun reflecting off the eastern water bodies. It offers a more serene view of the transition from the North China Plain to the rugged hills of central Zhejiang.
Distance: 652 km (405 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: LYI (35.04610061645508, 118.41200256347656)
Arrival: YIW (29.3446998596, 120.031997681)
Route Type: Domestic
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