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SYX → YBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya) to Yibin Caiba Airport (Yibin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of Sanya's coastal landmarks upon departure and a dramatic transition from the Karst landscapes of Guangxi to the high-altitude bridges of Guizhou.
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Sanya Bay & West Island
Clear views of the turquoise coastline and the coral-fringed West Island during the initial ascent.
Qiongzhou Strait
The busy maritime corridor separating Hainan Island from the Leizhou Peninsula on mainland China.
Guizhou Karst Gorges
Aerial views of the deep, rugged river valleys and unique limestone formations typical of the Yun-Gui Plateau.
High Bridge Corridor
Possible distant views of Guizhou's world-record-breaking high-altitude bridges spanning mountain gaps.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine glare. On departure, if the plane takes off towards the west, you may spot the 108-meter Nanshan Guanyin statue. Mid-day flights provide the best lighting for the deep green valleys of Guizhou, while winter flights may reveal a sea of clouds over the Sichuan Basin.
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Sanya City Skyline
A panoramic view of the dense urban architecture and Phoenix Island's iconic curved buildings.
Leizhou Peninsula
The southernmost tip of mainland China, characterized by red soil and extensive agricultural plantations.
Guangxi Peak Forest
Endless clusters of conical limestone hills stretching toward the horizon near the border of Guangxi and Guizhou.
The First City of the Yangtze
The spectacular confluence of the Min River and Jinsha River in Yibin, marking the official start of the Yangtze River.
Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight to capture the river systems around Yibin. In late afternoon, the sun will be on the left, giving the right side a clear, glare-free view of the landscape. Morning flights often experience mist over the Sichuan mountains, creating a traditional Chinese ink-wash painting aesthetic.
Book Hotels in YibinDistance: 1,268 km (788 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Arrival: YBP (28.8005555556, 104.545)
Route Type: Domestic
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