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TPE → YNT
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Yantai Laishan Airport (Yantai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Chinese coastline, including the massive Yangtze River Delta and the diverse terrain of the Shandong Peninsula.
North Taiwan Coastline
Aerial view of the rugged northwestern coast of Taiwan immediately after takeoff from Taoyuan.
Shanghai Urban Sprawl
On clear days, the vast metropolitan area of Shanghai and the Pudong skyline are visible to the west.
Yangtze River Mouth
A spectacular view of where the mighty Yangtze River meets the East China Sea, often showing distinct sediment plumes.
Jiangsu Lowlands
The flat, water-rich landscape of Jiangsu Province featuring extensive canal networks and agricultural fields.
Shandong Highlands
The rugged, hilly terrain of the eastern Shandong Peninsula as the flight descends toward Yantai.
Sit on the left for the best land-based scenery. For afternoon flights, this side will be shaded, making it easier to take photos without glare. Keep an eye out for the massive bridge networks spanning the Hangzhou Bay and the Yangtze River.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A distant view of the hundreds of islands that make up this major island group off the Zhejiang coast.
Yellow Sea Shipping
Observation of one of the world's busiest maritime corridors with numerous container ships and tankers.
Sea Horizons
Unobstructed views of the sun rising or setting over the Pacific and Yellow Sea depending on flight timing.
Yantai Port
Views of the industrial port facilities and the Bohai Sea coastline during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for morning flights if you want to see the sunrise over the ocean. While mostly water, it offers great views of maritime traffic. Be aware that during mid-day flights, the sun will be on this side, which can make the cabin quite warm and bright.
Distance: 1,370 km (851 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: YNT (37.40169906616211, 121.37200164794922)
Route Type: International
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