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NKG → JJN
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing) to Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (Quanzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the East China Sea coastline and the intricate geography of the Fujianese bays upon arrival in Quanzhou.
Nanjing Outskirts
Aerial view of the industrial and residential expansion south of Lukou as you climb.
Taihu Lake Basin
Views of the sprawling waterways and fertile plains of the Yangtze River Delta.
Qiantang Estuary
Distant views of the massive Hangzhou Bay area and the winding river mouth.
Zhejiang Coast
The transition from inland terrain to the jagged, island-dotted coastline of the East China Sea.
Quanzhou Bay
Dramatic views of the Quanzhou Bay Bridge and the busy maritime traffic of the ancient port city.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. During the descent into JJN, this side usually offers the best view of the ocean-side approach, providing a clear look at the coastal bridges and shipping lanes. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing.
Nanjing Hexi District
Depending on departure direction, views of Nanjing's modern skyscrapers and the Yangtze River.
Mogan Mountain Range
The lush, bamboo-filled peaks of northern Zhejiang province passing underneath.
Wuyi Mountain Fringes
Observation of the rugged, green mountainous terrain that defines inland Fujian.
Min River Valley
The deep, winding river valleys that cut through the Fujianese highlands.
Fujianese Hillside Villages
Small clusters of traditional architecture nestled between the dense forest hills.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Fujian mountains. It offers a more consistent view of the diverse mountain topography of Eastern China. Be aware that clouds often gather over these peaks, which can occasionally obstruct the ground view.
Distance: 773 km (480 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Arrival: JJN (24.7964, 118.589996)
Route Type: Domestic
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