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XMN → YNZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen) to Yancheng Airport (Yancheng)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the mountainous Fujian coast to the expansive Yangtze River Delta and the East China Sea shoreline.
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Xiamen Gold Coast
Stunning aerial views of Xiamen Island, Gulangyu, and the coastal bridge network during takeoff.
Hangzhou Bay
A vast bay where you may spot the massive Hangzhou Bay Bridge, one of the world's longest trans-oceanic crossings.
Shanghai Skyline
On clear days, the iconic towers of Lujiazui including the Shanghai Tower are visible in the distance.
Yangtze River Estuary
The spectacular sight of the mighty Yangtze meeting the sea, featuring Chongming Island and heavy maritime traffic.
Yellow Sea Horizon
The beautiful contrast where the silt-heavy river waters blend into the deep blue of the Yellow Sea.
The right side is ideal for morning flights for the best lighting. Watch closely as the plane crosses the Yangtze River; the scale of the estuary and the industrial activity of the ports is a highlight of the route. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the coastal haze.
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Fujian Highlands
Rugged, forested mountain ranges that dominate the landscape immediately after departing Xiamen.
Qiantang River
The winding upper reaches of the river known for the world's largest tidal bore near Hangzhou.
Lake Tai (Taihu)
A massive freshwater lake visible as a sprawling blue expanse on the approach to the Yangtze delta.
Suzhou Urban Grid
A clear view of the 'Venice of the East' with its intricate canal systems and modern high-rises.
Jiangsu Water-lands
An endless patchwork of emerald green rice paddies and irrigation canals in northern Jiangsu.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The best views of Lake Tai occur about 45-50 minutes into the flight; keep your window shade up as you descend into the flatter plains of Jiangsu.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,008 km (626 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Arrival: YNZ (33.425833000000004, 120.203056)
Route Type: Domestic
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