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XMN → KOW
Which side of the plane to sit from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen) to Ganzhou Airport (Ganzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for viewing the Xiamen coastline and the unique Hakka Tulou earthen structures tucked into the Fujian mountains during the initial stages of the flight.
Xiamen Harbor
Aerial views of the Haicang Bridge and the dense urban skyline of Siming District immediately after takeoff from Gaoqi.
Hakka Tulou Clusters
Keep a sharp eye on the mountainous regions of Zhangzhou for the distinctive circular and square earthen fortresses.
South China Fold Belt
A close-up view of the rugged, lush green mountain ranges that define the border between Fujian and Jiangxi provinces.
Gan River Meanders
The silver ribbons of the upper Gan River tributaries winding through the agricultural valleys as you approach Ganzhou.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For morning flights, the left side is shaded from direct sunlight, making it much easier to photograph the mountains and Tulou clusters without glare.
Jimei Cross-Sea Bridges
A clear perspective of the massive bridge network and the Xiamen North Railway Station area during departure.
Central Fujian Forests
Expansive views of some of the most densely forested and biologically diverse mountain regions in southern China.
Ganzhou New District
The modern high-rise developments and urban expansion of Ganzhou are often visible during the final descent pattern.
Zhang River Confluence
View the junction where the Zhang and Gong rivers meet to form the Gan River near the historic city walls.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour lighting over the Ganzhou skyline. During the descent, watch for the ancient city walls of Ganzhou, which are better viewed from this side if the plane circles from the north.
Distance: 367 km (228 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Arrival: KOW (25.853333, 114.778889)
Route Type: Domestic
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