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XMN → JGS
Which side of the plane to sit from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen) to Jinggangshan Airport (Jian)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Xiamen city skyline upon departure and a more direct view of the dramatic Jinggangshan mountain peaks during the final approach into Jian.
Xiamen Urban Core
A stunning panoramic view of Xiamen Island's high-rises and the Haicang District during the initial climb.
Fujian Mountain Villages
Glimpses of traditional architecture and terraced farming nestled in the hills of western Fujian.
Jinggangshan Peaks
Dramatic granite peaks and dense forests of the Jinggang Mountains visible during the descent into JGS.
Ensure you have a window seat behind the wing for an unobstructed view of Xiamen's skyline. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, the right side provides the most iconic views of the Jinggangshan revolutionary site's natural landscape. Autumn is particularly beautiful as the foliage turns vibrant shades of red and orange.
Xiamen Coastal Waters
Aerial views of the Xiamen harbor and the surrounding coastal islands immediately after takeoff.
Min-Gan Border Highlands
The rugged, forested terrain where the Fujian and Jiangxi provincial borders meet.
Gan River Tributaries
Winding river systems cutting through the lush valleys of southern Jiangxi province.
The left side provides excellent views of the coastal transition into the mainland. For the best photography, morning flights offer softer light that enhances the deep greens of the Jiangxi forest canopy.
Distance: 426 km (265 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Arrival: JGS (26.8568992615, 114.736999512)
Route Type: Domestic
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