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SZX → JGS
Which side of the plane to sit from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen) to Jinggangshan Airport (Jian)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the vast Pearl River Estuary upon departure and provides a better perspective of the winding Gan River and the Nanling mountain ridges during the cruise phase.
Pearl River Estuary
Expansive views of the water traffic and the intricate coastline of the Greater Bay Area shortly after takeoff.
Guangzhou-Foshan Urban Sprawl
A glimpse of the dense metropolitan connectivity of the western Pearl River Delta region.
Nanling Mountain Range
Dramatic views of the northern Guangdong highlands characterized by sharp peaks and deep green valleys.
Gan River Meanders
The primary waterway of Jiangxi province visible as the flight tracks north toward Ji'an.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the eastern sun. Watch for the Humen Bridge and the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link early in the flight. During the descent, the terrain becomes quite rugged, providing excellent photo opportunities of the misty Jiangxi peaks.
Shenzhen Skyline
Views of the Ping An Finance Center and the dense high-rises of Nanshan and Bao'an districts.
Dongjiang Reservoirs
Large blue water bodies and hydroelectric systems nestled within the Heyuan mountain corridors.
Jinggang Mountains
Densely forested ridges of the 'Cradle of the Chinese Revolution' appearing as the plane prepares for landing.
Jiangxi Farmlands
A patchwork of terraced fields and traditional villages in the Ji'an basin during final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the inland mountains. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from SZX to capture the rapidly growing Shenzhen urban landscape. Look for the distinct red soil characteristic of the Jiangxi region during the descent.
Distance: 478 km (297 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Arrival: JGS (26.8568992615, 114.736999512)
Route Type: Domestic
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