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XIY → HAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an) to Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most rugged sections of the Qinling Mountains and the dramatic karst topography of Guangxi as you descend toward the coast.
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Mount Taibai
The highest peak of the Qinling Mountains, often dusted with snow and visible shortly after takeoff.
Wuling Mountains
Dramatic cliffs and deep river gorges as the plane transitions through the Chongqing/Guizhou border.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
Iconic 'sugarloaf' limestone mountains that make this region world-famous for its scenery.
Beibu Gulf
Expansive views of the Gulf of Tonkin and the western coastline of the Leizhou Peninsula.
Hainan Tropical Coast
The lush greenery and sandy northern beaches of Hainan Island upon final descent.
The right side is perfect for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf of Tonkin. The mountain views shortly after departure from Xi'an are particularly sharp on this side. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Leizhou Peninsula for coastal formations.
Book Hotels in HaikouCentral Qinling
Aerial views of the massive ridge that marks the climatic divide between North and South China.
Guizhou Karst
Unique patterns of limestone hills and dense green valleys characteristic of the Guizhou plateau.
Qiongzhou Strait
The sparkling blue water separating the Leizhou Peninsula from the tropical island of Hainan.
Haikou Skyline
The high-rise buildings and modern infrastructure of the provincial capital as you approach for landing.
Nandu River
The winding path of Hainan's longest river as it enters the sea near the airport.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides a great view of the Haikou urban area if the flight approaches from the east or south. Look for the massive bridge connecting the mainland during the strait crossing.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,622 km (1,008 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Arrival: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Route Type: Domestic
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