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NGB → SWA
Which side of the plane to sit from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo) to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (Shantou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panoramic view of the rugged Southeast China coastline, including numerous archipelagos, deep-water bays, and major coastal cities like Wenzhou and Xiamen.
Sanmen Bay
View the intricate coastline of Zhejiang with its numerous small islands and aquaculture farms shortly after takeoff.
Wenzhou Coastal Plain
The sprawling urban landscape of Wenzhou nestled between the Oujiang River and the East China Sea.
Sandu'ao Bay
A unique, nearly landlocked deep-water bay in Ningde, famous for its massive floating fishing villages.
Min River Estuary
The wide mouth of the Min River as it flows past Fuzhou into the Taiwan Strait.
Xiamen and Kinmen
On clear days, see the vibrant city of Xiamen and the nearby Kinmen islands across the strait.
Morning flights provide the best lighting as the sun illuminates the coastline from the east. Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the sea-land transition. Watch for the distinct 'floating cities' of fish farms near Ningde, which are a highlight of this route.
Tiantai Mountains
Rugged, forested peaks in eastern Zhejiang known for their historical and religious significance.
Yandang Mountains
Famous for its unique rhyolite peaks and vertical cliffs visible as the flight heads south.
Fuzhou Inland Basin
The capital of Fujian province surrounded by a ring of mountains, visible as the plane bypasses the city center.
Fujian Highlands
The dense, green canopy of the mountainous interior, showcasing some of China's highest forest coverage.
Han River Valley
The fertile river valley leading into the Chaoshan region during the final descent into Jieyang.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun over the ocean. It offers a more consistent view of China's lush, mountainous interior. During the descent, keep an eye out for the traditional Hakka and Teochew architecture in the rural areas approaching Shantou.
Distance: 854 km (531 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Arrival: SWA (23.552, 116.5033)
Route Type: Domestic
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