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SYX → WUX
Which side of the plane to sit from Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya) to Sunan Shuofang International Airport (Wuxi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of China's southeastern coastline, the massive urban clusters of the Pearl River Delta, and a spectacular approach over Lake Taihu into Wuxi.
Sanya Bays
Stunning aerial views of Yalong Bay and Haitang Bay's turquoise waters immediately after departure.
Greater Bay Area
Witness the immense urban sprawl of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and Macau if visibility allows over the South China Sea.
Maritime Traffic
Observe hundreds of cargo ships and tankers navigating one of the world's busiest shipping lanes near the coast.
Fujian Coastline
The rugged, indented coastline of Fujian with its numerous islands and hidden coves.
Yangtze River Delta
The landscape transforms into a watery network of canals and rivers as you approach the Shanghai-Wuxi corridor.
Lake Taihu
A breathtaking view of China's third-largest freshwater lake, which the plane often banks over before landing at WUX.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. For the best experience, choose an afternoon flight to see the sun reflecting off the South China Sea. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight for the Lake Taihu panorama, which is a signature highlight of the arrival into Wuxi.
Wuzhi Mountain Range
Catch glimpses of the tropical peaks in central Hainan shortly after takeoff from Sanya.
Leizhou Peninsula
View the agricultural patterns and distinctive red soil of the southernmost point of mainland China.
Pearl River Upstream
See the winding tributaries of the Pearl River as the flight moves north through Guangdong province.
Jiangxi Farmlands
A vast tapestry of rice paddies and rural villages across the Gan River basin.
Inland Cityscapes
Bird's-eye views of rapidly developing inland cities like Ganzhou or Ji'an depending on the specific corridor.
Wuxi Urban Center
The dense high-rises and industrial parks of Wuxi become visible during the final descent into Sunan Shuofang.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is ideal for seeing the mountainous interior of Hainan and the industrial heartland of southern China without the haze of the sea.
Distance: 1,838 km (1,142 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Arrival: WUX (31.4944000244, 120.429000854)
Route Type: Domestic
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