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TAO → WUX
Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Sunan Shuofang International Airport (Wuxi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the stunning Yellow Sea coastline and the architectural feat of the Jiaozhou Bay Bridge during departure.
Jiaozhou Bay Bridge
A spectacular view of one of the world's longest cross-sea bridges immediately after takeoff from the Qingdao area.
Yellow Sea Horizon
Expansive views of the coastal waters and busy shipping lanes along the eastern edge of the Shandong Peninsula.
Lianyungang Port
Massive container terminals and maritime infrastructure visible as the flight transitions into Jiangsu province.
Nantong Cityscape
The dense urban development of the northern Yangtze River Delta appearing during the descent phase.
Book a window seat on the left for morning departures to avoid harsh glare and see the coastline bathed in soft light. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of flight to capture the bridge. If the flight path takes a coastal route, you will see the transition from deep sea blue to the muddy waters of the Yangtze estuary.
Shandong Hinterlands
View the rolling hills and agricultural valleys of the southern Shandong inland region.
Jiangsu Plains
A patchwork of vibrant green rice paddies and a complex network of irrigation canals unique to this region.
Ancient Grand Canal
Segments of the historic UNESCO World Heritage waterway winding through the landscape toward Wuxi.
Lake Taihu
The northern edges of China's third-largest freshwater lake are often visible during the final approach into Wuxi.
The right side is the better choice for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the inland plains. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, look for the intricate water networks of the 'Land of Fish and Rice.' Visibility of Lake Taihu depends heavily on smog levels, so a clear day is essential for the best experience.
Distance: 531 km (330 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Arrival: WUX (31.4944000244, 120.429000854)
Route Type: Domestic
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