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SZXTPE

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Penghu archipelago and the dramatic vertical landscape of Taiwan's Central Mountain Range during the descent into Taoyuan.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Strait Shipping Lanes

Watch the high-density maritime traffic of cargo ships and tankers navigating the Taiwan Strait.

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Penghu Archipelago

A stunning bird's-eye view of the basalt columns and turquoise waters surrounding these volcanic islands.

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Central Mountain Range

Taiwan's 'spine' featuring peaks over 3,000 meters often piercing through a layer of sea clouds.

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Taoyuan Coast

Views of the extensive offshore wind farms and coastal wetlands as the plane enters the TPE flight path.

The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. As you approach TPE from the west, the transition from the deep blue sea to the vibrant green mountains of Taiwan is best captured from this side.

Left Side Highlights
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Pearl River Delta

Aerial views of the dense urban sprawl spanning Shenzhen and the northern territories of Hong Kong.

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Guangdong Coastline

Detailed vistas of the rugged eastern Guangdong coast including the bays of Huizhou and Shantou.

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Kinmen Islands

Visual of the island group located very close to the Xiamen shoreline as you cross the strait.

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Tamsui Estuary

The scenic mouth of the Tamsui River where it meets the sea at the northern tip of Taiwan.

Sit on this side for night flights to see the spectacular lights of the Greater Bay Area. It is also the shaded side for morning flights, which minimizes window glare for photography.

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Route Information

Distance: 802 km (498 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min

Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)

Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)

Route Type: International

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