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Which side of the plane to sit from Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing) to Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side provides a stunning perspective of the East China Sea and Yellow Sea coastlines, featuring vast wetlands, bustling shipping lanes, and a scenic over-water approach into the Dalian peninsula.

Right Side Highlights
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Yancheng Wetlands

The unique ecosystem of the Yellow Sea coast, known for its salt marshes and migratory bird habitats.

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Yellow Sea Shipping Lanes

Dozens of massive cargo ships and tankers anchored or moving towards the busy ports of Northern China.

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Changshan Archipelago

Clusters of small, rugged islands scattered in the northern Yellow Sea as you approach Dalian.

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Dalian Port Terminal

A spectacular view of one of China's largest deep-water ports during the final descent.

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Dalian Bay Bridge

Look for the impressive span of the Dalian Bay Cross-sea Bridge as the plane aligns with the runway.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct western glare. The final 15 minutes of the flight are the highlight, as the aircraft typically maneuvers over the sea for an approach into Dalian, offering a panorama of the harbor and the Jinpu New Area. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the sea haze.

Left Side Highlights
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Yangtze River Crossing

Shortly after takeoff from NKG, view the massive Yangtze River snaking through the industrial landscape of Jiangsu.

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Gaoyou Lake

A vast freshwater lake in central Jiangsu, offering serene water views and intricate canal systems.

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Lianyungang Peaks

Visible inland are the coastal mountains of Lianyungang, including the famous Mount Huaguo.

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Qingdao West Coast

Distant views of the Jiaozhou Bay area and the rapidly developing skyline of western Qingdao.

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Bohai Bay Sunset

On evening flights, the sun sets over the Bohai Sea to the west, creating a golden reflection on the water.

Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over mainland China. During the first 20 minutes, keep your eyes peeled for the intricate network of lakes and rivers in the Jiangsu plains. If visibility is high, you might spot the world-famous Jiaozhou Bay Bridge near Qingdao in the distance.

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Route Information

Distance: 839 km (521 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min

Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)

Arrival: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)

Route Type: Domestic

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