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SZX → NKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen) to Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for China's inland geography, including the sprawling Pearl River Delta, the massive Poyang Lake, and the winding Yangtze River during the final descent.
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Shenzhen Urban Core
Breathtaking views of the Futian and Nanshan district skylines and the Pearl River Delta immediately after takeoff from SZX.
Gan River Valley
Follows the lush, green river valleys of Jiangxi province, offering a look at rural Chinese agricultural landscapes.
Poyang Lake
View of China's largest freshwater lake, which significantly changes size and shape based on the seasonal rainfall.
Mount Lu (Lushan)
The famous UNESCO World Heritage mountain known for its dramatic cliffs and frequent 'sea of clouds' phenomena.
Yangtze River Bend
As the flight nears Nanjing, the left side catches the massive bridges and heavy industrial shipping traffic on the Yangtze River.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. Keep an eye out approximately 45-60 minutes into the flight for Poyang Lake. In summer, the greenery of the Jiangxi mountains is most vibrant, while winter provides clearer air for long-distance visibility of the Yangtze River bridges.
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Daya Bay Coastline
Offers glimpses of the eastern Guangdong coastline and the industrial ports of Huizhou shortly after departure.
Wuyi Mountains
Rugged, forested terrain along the border of Jiangxi and Fujian provinces, often featuring misty valley views.
Taihu Lake
Visible in the distance to the east as the plane transitions from the mountains into the flat Yangtze River Delta.
High-Speed Rail Networks
Spot the intricate network of high-speed rail lines connecting the major cities of the Yangtze Delta as you descend into NKG.
Nanjing Industrial Hub
Detailed views of the rapid urban expansion and manufacturing zones surrounding Nanjing's southern outskirts.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you or on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for the Wuyi Mountains. If the flight path takes a more easterly route, you might catch a glimpse of the East China Sea. Watch for the sudden transition from mountainous terrain to the perfectly flat plains of Jiangsu.
Book Hotels in NanjingDistance: 1,128 km (701 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Arrival: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Route Type: Domestic
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