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Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing) to Zhoushan Airport (Zhoushan)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior combination of major inland water systems like the Grand Canal and Yellow River, followed by a spectacular aerial view of the Zhoushan archipelago and its massive bridge network during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
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Grand Canal

Spot segments of the historic Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal snaking through the North China Plain.

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Yellow River Crossing

A major highlight is crossing the massive, muddy-brown span of the Yellow River near Jinan.

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Suzhou and Wuxi

Pass over the densely populated Yangtze River Delta, with views of high-rises and industrial hubs.

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Taihu Lake

Depending on the specific flight path, the western edge of the massive Taihu Lake can often be spotted.

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Zhoushan Bridge Cluster

The most impressive view is the series of massive cross-sea bridges connecting Zhoushan to the mainland.

The right side is highly recommended for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the Zhoushan Trans-Oceanic Bridges, which are a feat of modern engineering. The terrain shifts from flat plains to lush coastal mountains very quickly.

Left Side Highlights
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Tianjin Coastline

Early in the flight, catch views of the massive port infrastructure and the Bohai Sea coastline.

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Yellow Sea Horizon

As the plane heads south, the left side provides a wide, expansive view of the open Yellow Sea.

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Yangtze River Estuary

Observe the massive silt-laden waters of the Yangtze River merging with the blue-green ocean near Nantong.

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Shengsi Islands

During the descent into Zhoushan, you can often see the northern clusters of the Shengsi archipelago.

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Putuoshan Island

If the approach path swings east, the famous Buddhist mountain island of Putuoshan may be visible below.

Choose the left side for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Pacific horizon. It is also the better side for spotting the distinct sediment line where the Yangtze River meets the sea. Keep an eye out for fishing fleets as you approach the archipelago.

Top Activities in Zhoushan
Route Information

Distance: 1,222 km (759 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)

Arrival: HSN (29.9342002869, 122.361999512)

Route Type: Domestic

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