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SYX → TSN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of diverse inland geography, including the dramatic transition from tropical Hainan to the vast freshwater lakes of central China and the rugged edges of the Taihang Mountains.
Hainan West Coast
Aerial views of Sanya's western beaches and the turquoise waters of the South China Sea during takeoff.
Qiongzhou Strait
The narrow blue channel separating Hainan Island from the Leizhou Peninsula on mainland China.
Dongting Lake
China's second-largest freshwater lake, often visible as a massive, intricate network of waterways in Hunan Province.
Central Hubs
Glimpses of major inland urban centers like Changsha and Zhengzhou as the flight tracks north.
Taihang Foothills
As you enter the North China Plain, the western horizon is defined by the rugged slopes of the Taihang Mountains.
For sunset flights, this side provides spectacular views of the sun dipping behind the western mountains. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the haze often present over the North China Plain.
Haikou Skyline
A clear view of the capital city of Hainan and its sprawling port facilities as you exit the island.
Pearl River Delta Distants
On very clear days, the distant industrial expanse of the Guangdong coastline may be visible to the east.
Yellow River Bend
The silt-rich, golden-brown waters of the Yellow River cutting through the Henan plains.
Bohai Bay
The coastal waters and massive shipping lanes of the Bohai Sea appearing during the final descent into Tianjin.
Tianjin Port
The massive scale of one of the world's largest artificial deep-water harbors just before touchdown.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It is particularly rewarding during the descent into Tianjin for views of the coastal infrastructure and the Bohai Sea.
Distance: 2,438 km (1,515 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 15 min
Departure: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Arrival: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Route Type: Domestic
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