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SYX → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an exceptional view of the Leizhou Peninsula's unique geography and the most dramatic perspectives of the Qinling Mountains during the descent into Xi'an.
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Central Hainan Highlands
Dense tropical rainforests and the peaks of Wuzhi Mountain in the island's interior.
Leizhou Peninsula
A clear view of the narrow Qiongzhou Strait and the southern tip of mainland China.
Yangtze River Crossing
A massive silver ribbon cutting through the central Chinese landscape.
Mount Taibai
The highest point of the Qinling Mountains, frequently covered in snow or clouds.
Ancient Xi'an
Views of the urban sprawl and the rectangular layout of the historic city on final approach.
Highly recommended for morning flights. The right side is superior for seeing the dramatic northern face of the Qinling Mountains as the plane descends towards Xi'an. Look for the sudden drop-off from 3,000m peaks to the flat Wei River valley.
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Panoramic views of Sanya Bay and the artificial Phoenix Island immediately after takeoff.
Guangxi Karst
Look for the iconic limestone 'forests' and jagged peaks typical of the Guilin region.
Dongting Lake
Distant views of China's second-largest freshwater lake and the surrounding wetlands.
Qinling Ridges
Aerial view of the massive mountain range that separates North and South China.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you. This side offers the best view of the misty, tropical landscapes of Guangxi and southern Hunan.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,796 km (1,116 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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