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YNT → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Yantai Laishan Airport (Yantai) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Chinese coastline, the intricate Zhoushan Archipelago, and a front-row seat to the sunset over the Taiwan Strait on evening flights.
Yantai Urban Landscape
Immediate views of Yantai's modern skyline, Binhai Road, and the surrounding Kunyu Mountain range after takeoff.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A spectacular sight of hundreds of islands and the massive cross-sea bridges connecting the Ningbo-Zhoushan port complex.
Strait Sunset
Vibrant golden hour colors over the Taiwan Strait during late afternoon flights, reflecting off the water's surface.
Zhejiang Coastline
Distant but clear views of the heavily industrialized and rapidly developing coastal cities of East China.
Taoyuan Wetlands
View of the coastal wind turbines, fish ponds, and the distinct grassy wetlands of the Taoyuan coast during landing.
The right side is highly recommended for flights between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM for sunset views. Also, watch for the massive bridge infrastructure near Ningbo, which is a marvel of modern engineering visible from high altitudes.
The Yellow Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue waters separating the Shandong Peninsula from the East China Sea shortly after departure.
Maritime Corridors
Bird's-eye view of massive cargo vessels and tankers navigating the busy international shipping lanes toward Busan and Shanghai.
Yangmingshan National Park
Lush volcanic mountain ranges and steaming fumaroles visible as the aircraft banks for its final approach into Taipei.
Keelung Harbor
The dramatic northern coastline of Taiwan featuring deep-water ports and the unique rock formations of Yehliu Geopark.
Select the left side for morning departures to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is particularly scenic during the descent if the aircraft follows the northern arrival route over the Tamsui River mouth.
Distance: 1,370 km (851 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: YNT (37.40169906616211, 121.37200164794922)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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