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NKG → SYX
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Yangtze River upon departure, a clear perspective of the Pearl River Delta's urban sprawl, and the iconic Nanshan Guan Yin statue during the final approach into Sanya.
Nanjing Yangtze Bridges
Excellent views of the massive bridge infrastructure crossing the Yangtze River immediately after departing NKG.
Poyang Lake Basin
View the western edge of China's largest freshwater lake and the surrounding wetlands during the Jiangxi overflight.
Guangzhou Metropolis
A spectacular look at the dense urban core of Guangzhou and Foshan, including the Pearl River network.
Qiongzhou Strait
The narrow blue channel separating mainland China's Leizhou Peninsula from the tropical island of Hainan.
Nanshan Guan Yin
The 108-meter tall white Buddhist statue standing in the sea is often visible during the final banking turns into SYX.
Sit on the right for the most iconic arrival view of Sanya. For the best lighting on the landscape, choose a morning flight to keep the sun on the opposite side of the aircraft. Keep your camera ready as the plane enters the Hainan airspace for the statue sighting.
Yangtze River Delta
Bird's-eye view of the winding Yangtze River and the lush agricultural plains of Jiangsu province shortly after takeoff.
Wuyi Mountain Ranges
Scenic views of the distant peaks and deep valleys along the Jiangxi and Fujian border during the mid-flight cruise.
Dongguan and Shenzhen
On a clear day, look out for the dense high-rise clusters of the eastern Pearl River Delta region.
Hainan East Coast
As the flight nears its destination, catch glimpses of the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of Wenchang.
The left side is generally better for sunrise views if taking an early morning flight. During descent, look for the satellite launch site near Wenchang if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Distance: 1,770 km (1,100 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Arrival: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Route Type: Domestic
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