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NKG → PUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing) to Gimhae International Airport (Busan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Shanghai coastline, distant views of Jeju Island, and the most iconic views of Busan's harbor and bridges during the final approach.
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Shanghai & East China Sea
On clear days, see the busy shipping lanes and the distant outline of the Shanghai metropolis.
Jeju Island Vistas
Hallasan volcano can often be spotted on the horizon to the south while cruising over the sea.
Busan Harbor & Gwangan Bridge
Breathtaking views of the world's busiest ports and the 'Diamond Bridge' during the descent into PUS.
Dadaepo Beach
The golden sands of Busan's southern beaches are clearly visible as the plane aligns with the runway.
The right side is the 'money' side for landing. As the plane banks to align with Gimhae's runway, you get a full panorama of the Busan coastline. In winter, the air is clearer for spotting Jeju, but keep your window shade down during the cruise to avoid the southern glare.
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Nanjing Urban Landscape
Aerial views of the Purple Mountain and the dense urban sprawl of Nanjing immediately after takeoff.
Yangtze Delta Plains
Vast networks of canals and agricultural land characteristic of the Jiangsu province.
South Korean Highlands
The rugged, mountainous terrain of the Gyeongsang region as the aircraft crosses into the Korean Peninsula.
Sit toward the front of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. This side is better during morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look for the massive Nakdong River snaking through the mountains just before landing.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 1,009 km (627 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Arrival: PUS (35.1795005798, 128.93800354)
Route Type: International
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