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TXN → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Tunxi International Airport (Huangshan) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views, starting with a potential glimpse of the Huangshan mountain range after takeoff and concluding with the massive urban sprawl and waterways of the Pearl River Delta.
Huangshan Massif
Immediately after takeoff, look north-west to spot the jagged granite peaks and iconic pine-covered slopes of the Yellow Mountain.
Poyang Lake Basin
Depending on the specific flight path, the vast plains and wetlands of China's largest freshwater lake are visible to the west.
Gan River Valley
Follow the winding path of the Gan River as it flows through the heart of Jiangxi province toward the Yangtze.
Pearl River Delta
Witness the incredible infrastructure of the GBA, including massive bridges and the confluence of the Pearl River.
Shenzhen/Dongguan Border
An aerial view of the world's 'factory floor,' showing the high-density industrial and residential clusters before landing.
This is the prime side for land-based photography. For the best view of the Huangshan peaks, choose a seat behind the wing. During the final approach into SZX, look for the massive cargo ships in the Pearl River. Afternoon flights on this side will experience significant glare, so a morning departure is ideal for clear photos.
Huizhou Landscapes
View the unique white-walled and grey-tiled traditional architecture of Southern Anhui nestled in green valleys.
Wuyi Mountain Foothills
The plane traverses the rugged eastern terrain of Jiangxi, showing the northern edges of the Wuyi range.
Dongjiang Lake
A massive, deep-blue reservoir in southern Hunan/northern Guangdong known for its misty waters and surrounding forests.
Eastern Shenzhen
During the descent, catch sight of the dense urban corridors of Longgang and the hills separating Shenzhen from Huizhou.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides a better perspective of the inland mountain ranges of southeastern China. Keep an eye out for the distinct 'misty' atmosphere often found over the Jiangxi hill tracts.
Distance: 905 km (562 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: TXN (29.73329925537109, 118.25599670410156)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: Domestic
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