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SZX → TAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen) to Liuting Airport (Qingdao)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point of the East China Sea coastline, the massive Yangtze River Delta urban sprawl, and a spectacular coastal approach into the Shandong Peninsula.
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East China Sea
Stunning views of the coastline where the mainland meets the deep blue sea.
Yangtze River Delta
The megalopolis including views of the Suzhou and Shanghai outskirts.
Lianyungang Port
Major maritime activity and massive shipping vessels along the Jiangsu coast.
Shandong Coastline
The dramatic transition to the rocky and indented shores of the Shandong Peninsula.
Mount Lao (Laoshan)
The sacred coastal peaks visible as the aircraft descends into the Qingdao area.
Morning flights are best for the right side to capture the coastline illuminated by the sun. This side is particularly iconic during the final descent, as it often provides views of the Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center and the city's unique red-tiled architecture against the blue water of Jiaozhou Bay.
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Dense urban clusters of Shenzhen and Dongguan immediately after takeoff.
Nanling Mountains
The rugged green terrain marking the border between Guangdong and Jiangxi provinces.
Poyang Lake Region
Views of China's largest freshwater lake basin and its intricate river networks.
Yangtze River Crossing
The massive waterway visible near the border of Anhui and Jiangsu provinces.
Huaihe River Plain
Expansive agricultural landscapes stretching toward the northern horizon.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. This side provides excellent views of inland China's transitioning topography, from southern mountains to northern plains. Keep an eye out for the Yangtze River approximately 70-80 minutes into the flight.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,642 km (1,020 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Arrival: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Route Type: Domestic
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