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MFM → NKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Macau International Airport (Macau) to Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of China's geographic diversity, including the vast Poyang Lake and the world-renowned granite peaks of Huangshan, paired with the sprawling urban layout of the Pearl River Delta.
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Macau & Zhuhai Coastline
Aerial view of the Cotai Strip's architecture and the intricate bridge networks connecting Zhuhai and Macau.
Nanling Mountains
Rugged, forested mountain ranges that define the border between Guangdong and Jiangxi provinces.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, appearing as a massive blue expanse with varying water levels based on the season.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
If the flight path is favorable, the iconic granite peaks and sea of clouds are visible to the northwest.
Yangtze River Bend
The massive Yangtze River winding through the Anhui plains as the flight begins its descent into Nanjing.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. In summer, watch for the 'sea of clouds' over the Anhui mountains. Have your camera ready roughly 50-60 minutes after takeoff for the best views of Poyang Lake.
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Hong Kong Lantau Island
Immediately after departure, look east to see the massive HKIA airport and the mountainous terrain of Lantau.
Shenzhen Skyline
The dense, towering skyscrapers of Shenzhen's Nanshan and Futian districts shimmering in the distance.
Wuyi Mountain Foothills
The eastern edges of the Wuyi range, famous for oolong tea and deep river valleys.
Yangtze Delta Plains
A patchwork of intensive agriculture, canals, and rapidly growing industrial satellite cities.
The right side is spectacular for night flights, offering a continuous glow from the Pearl River Delta megalopolis. During descent, look for the intricate network of canals and fish ponds characteristic of the Jiangsu water towns.
Book Hotels in NanjingDistance: 1,187 km (738 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: MFM (22.149599, 113.592003)
Arrival: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Route Type: International
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