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SYX → NKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya) to Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior coastal views of Sanya's bays during departure, the dramatic peaks of the Wuyi Mountains mid-flight, and a spectacular crossing of the Yangtze River on descent.
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Haitang Bay
A stunning view of Sanya's luxury resort coastline and the turquoise waters of the South China Sea shortly after takeoff.
Qiongzhou Strait
The narrow shipping channel filled with ferries and cargo ships connecting Hainan to the mainland.
Pearl River Delta
On clear days, the distant high-rise clusters of Guangzhou and Shenzhen are visible on the horizon.
Wuyi Mountains
The UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dramatic karst formations and high-altitude tea plantations.
Yangtze River
A breathtaking view of the 'Golden Waterway' and its massive bridges as the aircraft enters the Nanjing approach pattern.
The right side is ideal for morning departures as the sun illuminates the coastline. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes for the Sanya coast and the final 15 minutes for the Yangtze River crossing. In winter, the Wuyi Mountains often feature a beautiful sea of clouds best viewed from this side.
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Wuzhi Mountain Range
Aerial view of the central highlands of Hainan, featuring dense tropical rainforests and jagged peaks.
Leizhou Peninsula
The red soil and agricultural patchworks of mainland China's southernmost tip.
Poyang Lake
Visual of China's largest freshwater lake, particularly vibrant during the summer high-water season.
Hefei Outskirts
Viewing the massive expansion and industrial infrastructure of the Anhui provincial capital.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. This side provides a better look at the vast Poyang Lake wetlands during the latter half of the flight. Watch for the change in terrain from tropical palms to temperate agricultural fields.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,770 km (1,100 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Arrival: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Route Type: Domestic
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