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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for Poyang Lake, China's largest freshwater lake, and the most dramatic peaks of the Wuyi Mountains.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Yangtze River Confluence

Witness the massive Yangtze River as it winds east from Wuhan, marking the start of the journey.

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Poyang Lake Panorama

Aerial views of China's largest freshwater lake, featuring intricate wetlands and seasonal water levels.

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Wuyi Mountains UNESCO Site

Dramatic tea-growing karst peaks and deep green valleys characterizing the Fujian-Jiangxi border.

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Quanzhou Bay

As the plane descends, the complex coastline and aquaculture farms of the Fujian coast come into view.

Book an early morning flight to see the mist rising over Poyang Lake. In the summer, the lake is at its largest, while winter reveals unique sandbars and migratory bird habitats. Avoid midday to minimize glare on the water.

Right Side Highlights
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Wuhan Urban Core

Direct views of the dense skyscrapers and numerous bridges crossing the Yangtze and Han rivers.

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Lushan National Park

The majestic and historic Mount Lu can be spotted in the distance during the first half of the flight.

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Gan River Valley

Follows the green corridors of the Gan River as it cuts through the mountainous Jiangxi province.

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Xiamen Island Approach

A stunning view of Xiamen's urban island geometry and the Haicang Bridge during the final approach.

Choose the right side for sunset flights to catch the 'Golden Hour' over the mountains of Jiangxi. On the approach to XMN, this side often provides a clearer view of the Gaoqi airport layout and the mainland-to-island bridges.

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Route Information

Distance: 794 km (493 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min

Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)

Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)

Route Type: Domestic

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