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WNZ → SHE
Which side of the plane to sit from Wenzhou Longwan International Airport (Wenzhou) to Taoxian Airport (Shenyang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal panoramas and maritime views. You get a front-row seat to the East China Sea coastline, the massive Yangtze River estuary, and the spectacular transition across the Bohai Sea toward the Liaodong Peninsula.
Zhejiang Coastline
Rugged coastal features and numerous small islands dotting the East China Sea near Wenzhou.
Yangtze River Estuary
Witness the massive scale of the Yangtze meeting the sea, often with visible sediment plumes and heavy shipping traffic.
Qingdao Coast
Views of the red-roofed city of Qingdao and the Laoshan mountain range meeting the Yellow Sea.
Bohai Sea Crossing
A long stretch over the open water of the Bohai Gulf, offering a unique perspective of China's 'inner sea'.
Liaodong Peninsula
Dramatic views of Dalian's jagged coastline and ports as the flight makes landfall in Liaoning province.
For the best experience, book a window seat away from the wing to capture the coastline. The highlight is the transition from the Yellow Sea to the Bohai Sea. During winter months, you may even see sea ice near the northern shores of the Bohai Gulf. Morning flights offer the best lighting for coastal photography without harsh shadows.
Hangzhou & Qiantang River
Aerial views of the sprawling Hangzhou metropolitan area and the winding Qiantang River shortly after takeoff.
Taihu Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible near the Suzhou and Wuxi region.
Mount Tai (Taishan)
On clear days, the silhouette of this sacred mountain in Shandong province can be spotted to the west.
North China Plain
A vast expanse of agricultural patterns and dense canal networks characteristic of the region's heartland.
Industrial Hubs
Dense urban clusters and industrial zones of the Bohai Economic Rim as you head north.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare, though you may face the setting sun late in the journey. It is better for those interested in seeing China's rapid inland urbanization and agricultural geometry. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct topography of the Shandong highlands mid-flight.
Distance: 1,545 km (960 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: WNZ (27.912201, 120.851997)
Arrival: SHE (41.63980102539063, 123.48300170898438)
Route Type: Domestic
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