SYX → TYN

Sanya Bay

Aerial view of turquoise waters and the Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone immediately after takeoff.

Guangxi Karst Peaks

Distant views of the famous limestone formations that characterize the southern Chinese landscape.

Dongting Lake

One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible as you traverse the northern Hunan province.

Qinling Mountains

The massive geographic divider between North and South China, featuring rugged ridges and deep valleys.

Loess Plateau

The unique yellow-earth landscape and intricate agricultural terracing as you approach Shanxi.

Hainan East Coast

Sweeping views of the coastline and the South China Sea during the initial climb out of Sanya.

Pearl River Delta

Distant glimpses of the dense urban clusters of Guangdong province if the flight path tracks eastward.

Yangtze River

Crossing the world's third-longest river, typically near the Hubei region, showing heavy barge traffic.

Taihang Mountains

Dramatic escarpments and steep peaks that border the North China Plain during the descent into Taiyuan.

Taiyuan Cityscape

Views of the Fen River and the industrial architecture of Shanxi's capital during the final approach.