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TPE → SYX
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally preferred for this route because it provides the best chance to see the iconic 108-meter Guan Yin of the South Sea statue during the final approach into Sanya.
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Penghu Islands
A clear view of the basalt columns and scattered islets of the Penghu archipelago in the middle of the Taiwan Strait.
Pearl River Delta
On clear days, the distant skyline of the Guangdong coastal cities can be seen across the northern horizon.
Nanshan Guan Yin
The massive 108-meter tall white statue standing in the sea is often visible on the right during the final descent into SYX.
Sanya Bay
Panoramic views of the crescent-shaped Sanya Bay and the luxury high-rises lining the Phoenix Island development.
The right side is highly recommended for the final 10 minutes of the flight. If the plane approaches Sanya from the west, the Nanshan Guan Yin statue is prominently visible. For the best photography, afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Hainan coastline and the statue perfectly.
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Taiwan Central Range
Breathtaking views of the rugged mountain spine of Taiwan shortly after departing from Taipei.
Kaohsiung Harbor
Aerial perspective of one of the world's busiest container ports and the southern urban sprawl of Taiwan.
Hainan Tropical Coast
The lush, green eastern coastline of Hainan Island appears as the plane begins its descent into the Sanya region.
South China Sea Sunrise
On early morning flights, the left side receives the full glow of the rising sun reflecting off the water.
Choose the left side for morning departures to capture the morning light hitting the Taiwanese mountains. It is also the better side for viewing the sunrise over the Pacific as you head southwest. As you approach Hainan, watch for the shift from deep ocean blue to the turquoise waters of the tropical reefs.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,434 km (891 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Route Type: International
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