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WUS → XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanping Wuyishan Airport (Wuyishan) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic UNESCO-listed Wuyi Mountains upon departure and a spectacular panorama of the Xiamen city skyline and coastal bridges during the final approach.
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Wuyi National Park
Immediate views of the iconic 36 peaks and dramatic red sandstone Danxia landforms after takeoff.
Shuikou Reservoir
Large, shimmering blue water bodies nestled within the deep green mountain valleys.
Xiamen Island Skyline
A sweeping view of the high-rise buildings and modern urban planning of Xiamen Island.
Xiamen Cross-Sea Bridges
Aerial perspectives of the Haicang and Jimei bridges connecting the island to the mainland.
Choose the right side to witness the dramatic mountain-to-sea transition. For the best photos of Wuyishan, ensure your window is clean before takeoff as the best mountain views happen within the first 10 minutes.
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Min River Tributaries
Aerial views of the winding river systems that feed into the Min River through northern Fujian.
Daiyun Mountain Range
The 'backbone of central Fujian', featuring dense forests and rolling green peaks.
Quanzhou Bay
The historic maritime Silk Road port city and its expansive coastal waters visible as you descend.
Kinmen Island
A clear view of the Kinmen archipelago, which lies just off the coast of Xiamen.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. This side is particularly interesting for spotting the geographical proximity between Xiamen and Kinmen during the final landing phase.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 351 km (218 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: WUS (27.7019, 118.000999)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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