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TSA → KNH
Which side of the plane to sit from Taipei Songshan Airport (Taipei) to Kinmen Airport (Kinmen)?
Right Side of the Plane
While the left side offers views of Taiwan's rugged mountains, the right side is preferred for the spectacular approach into Kinmen, where the towering skyscrapers of Xiamen, China, create a dramatic contrast against the rural landscape of Kinmen Island.
Guanyin Mountain
Located near the mouth of the Tamsui River, this volcanic peak is a prominent landmark shortly after departure.
Offshore Wind Farms
Numerous massive wind turbines clustered in the Taiwan Strait are visible during the cruise phase along the western coast.
Xiamen Skyline
As the plane maneuvers for landing at KNH, the dense, modern skyline of Xiamen, Fujian is clearly visible across the narrow waterway.
Greater Kinmen Island
A full view of the island's unique 'bone' shape, including its red-tiled traditional villages and granite coastline.
Kinmen Bridge
The newly completed bridge connecting Greater and Lesser Kinmen is a major landmark during the final approach.
The right side is essential for seeing the Xiamen skyline, which is often the highlight of this route. For afternoon flights, be prepared for some sun glare; however, the sunset views over the Taiwan Strait during late flights are exceptional.
Taipei 101
Visible shortly after takeoff from Songshan, offering a birds-eye view of the iconic skyscraper and the dense Xinyi District.
Central Mountain Range
Provides a panoramic view of Taiwan's mountainous spine, including the peaks of Xueshan in the distance on clear days.
Western Coastal Plains
Observation of the patchwork of agricultural fields and aquaculture ponds that dominate the landscape between Taoyuan and Changhua.
Gaomei Wetlands
On the descent path, you may spot the famous tidal flats and the line of wind turbines along the Taichung coast.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing better visibility of the mountains. Keep your camera ready immediately after wheels-up, as the turn out of the Taipei basin happens quickly.
Distance: 330 km (205 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: TSA (25.06940078735352, 121.552001953125)
Arrival: KNH (24.4279, 118.359001)
Route Type: Domestic
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