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XMN → SYX
Which side of the plane to sit from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Southern China coastline, the Pearl River Delta megalopolis, and the iconic Nanshan Guanyin statue during the final approach into Sanya.
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Xiamen Coastline
Stunning views of Gulangyu Island and the Xiamen urban skyline immediately after takeoff.
Pearl River Delta
Aerial perspective of the dense urban clusters of Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Zhuhai on a clear day.
Leizhou Peninsula
The southernmost tip of mainland China, characterized by red soil and agricultural patchworks.
Nanshan Guanyin
The world-famous 108-meter tall Buddhist statue standing in the sea, usually visible during the final turn to land.
Sanya Bay
A bird's-eye view of the crescent-shaped bay, white sand beaches, and luxury resorts of Sanya.
The right side is the definitive choice for this route. For the best experience, book a daytime flight and sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Nanshan Guanyin statue. The approach into SYX often involves a loop over the ocean, giving right-side passengers a front-row seat to Sanya's tropical beauty.
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South China Sea
A vast expanse of deep blue ocean stretching toward the horizon for most of the flight duration.
Wanshan Archipelago
Groups of remote islands scattered in the sea off the coast of the Pearl River estuary.
Ocean Horizon
Excellent for viewing the sunrise or moonrise depending on the time of day over the open water.
Wenchang Coastline
The eastern shores of Hainan Island, home to China's tropical space launch site, visible during the descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the South China Sea. While it is more peaceful with fewer landmarks, it offers beautiful light reflections on the water. Keep an eye out for large cargo ships navigating the busy maritime routes below.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,138 km (707 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Arrival: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Route Type: Domestic
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