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SYX → YCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya) to Yuncheng Guangong Airport (Yuncheng)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic scenic progression, including the iconic Sanya coastline, the world-famous karst topography of Guangxi, and a spectacular view of the Yellow River's northern bends during the final approach.
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Nanshan Coastline
Aerial views of the 108-meter Nanshan Guanyin statue and the turquoise waters of Sanya Bay immediately after takeoff.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
The unique, jagged limestone mountains around the Guilin and Liuzhou regions provide a surreal landscape midway through the flight.
Qinling Mountains
As you head north, watch for the massive ridges of the Qinling range, the natural boundary between North and South China.
Yellow River Bend
Dramatic views of the Yellow River carving through the Loess Plateau as the flight nears the Shanxi-Shaanxi border.
For the best experience, book a window seat on the left (A) for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare while seeing the karst mountains. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes of flight for the Nanshan coastline and during the final 20 minutes for the Yellow River gorges.
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Haikou Cityscape
A clear view of the Hainan provincial capital and the busy shipping lanes of the Qiongzhou Strait.
Yangtze River Crossing
The flight crosses the massive Yangtze River near the Hubei region, offering views of sprawling river traffic and bridges.
Central China Plains
Vast agricultural mosaics of the Henan province, showing the high-density farming patterns typical of the region.
Yuncheng Salt Lake
Known as the Dead Sea of China, look for vibrant, multi-colored ponds during the final descent into YCU.
The right side (F) is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the South China Sea. During descent into Yuncheng, pay close attention to the Salt Lake; its colors are most vibrant in the summer and autumn months due to algae blooms.
Book Hotels in YunchengDistance: 1,876 km (1,166 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Arrival: YCU (35.116391, 111.031388889)
Route Type: Domestic
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