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TSN → NGB
Which side of the plane to sit from Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior perspective of the Chinese coastline, the massive Yangtze River Estuary, and a clear view of the Hangzhou Bay Bridge during the approach to Ningbo.
Bohai Sea Coastline
Views of the industrial ports and shallow coastal waters of the Bohai Gulf shortly after takeoff from Tianjin.
Qingdao Peninsula
Aerial perspective of the rugged coastline of eastern Shandong and the busy maritime lanes of the Yellow Sea.
Yangtze River Estuary
Observe the massive silt-laden waters of the Yangtze meeting the sea, featuring Chongming Island and the northern Shanghai outskirts.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
A spectacular view of one of the world's longest trans-oceanic bridges connecting Jiaxing and Ningbo.
Beilun Port Area
As the plane descends, see the massive container terminals of one of the world's busiest cargo ports.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. The key landmark is the Hangzhou Bay Bridge, which appears approximately 15-20 minutes before landing; ensure your window is clear as the descent through coastal haze begins.
Tianjin Urban Core
Immediate views of the Haihe River and the sprawling metropolitan landscape of Tianjin during initial climb.
Shandong Highlands
Distant views of the mountainous terrain in central Shandong, occasionally including the silhouette of Mount Tai.
Jiangsu Lake District
Look for the glinting waters of Lake Gaoyou and the intricate network of canals that define the 'land of fish and rice.'
Suzhou and Wuxi
Dense urban clusters and industrial zones of the southern Yangtze River Delta megalopolis.
Siming Mountains
Lush, green mountain ridges visible to the west of Ningbo as the aircraft aligns for its final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy sunset views over the inland plains and mountains. During the mid-segment of the flight, watch for the Grand Canal's path through the Jiangsu landscape. Visibility is often best in autumn when the summer humidity and haze have dissipated.
Distance: 1,100 km (684 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Arrival: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Route Type: Domestic
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