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TAO → XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of urban density, complex hydrological networks, and the lush mountainous geography of Fujian, providing more visual variety than the open sea.
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Jiangsu Water Network
A complex tapestry of ancient canals, rivers, and wetlands characteristic of the 'Land of Fish and Rice'.
Yangtze River Delta
The massive urban sprawl and industrial heartland surrounding the mouth of the Yangtze River.
Sutong Bridge
One of the world's longest cable-stayed bridges spanning the wide expanse of the lower Yangtze.
Fujian Highlands
The landscape shifts to dense, rolling green mountains as the flight enters the Fujian province.
Xiamen City View
Close-up views of Xiamen's modern skyscrapers and the iconic Jimei Bridge during the landing pattern.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing glare for photography. Look out for Taihu Lake if the flight path tracks slightly inland; its vast circular shape is unmistakable from cruise altitude. During descent, this side offers the best views of Xiamen's rapid urban development.
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Laoshan Coastline
Dramatic views of the rugged granite peaks of Laoshan meeting the Yellow Sea immediately after takeoff.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A stunning aerial view of China's largest archipelago with hundreds of emerald islands scattered in the East China Sea.
Ningbo-Zhoushan Port
One of the world's busiest ports, visible with massive container ships and intricate harbor infrastructure.
Kinmen Island
During the final approach to Xiamen, the island of Kinmen is clearly visible, marking the maritime border zone.
Xiamen Island Loop
Aerial perspective of the white sand beaches and the scenic Island Ring Road during the descent.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Pacific horizon. On clear days, the transition from the muddy waters of the Yangtze estuary to the deep blue of the East China Sea is a striking visual phenomenon best seen from this side.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,321 km (821 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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