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YNT → TSN
Which side of the plane to sit from Yantai Laishan Airport (Yantai) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more diverse viewing experience, featuring the dramatic transition of the Yellow River Delta and the colorful geometric patterns of industrial salt fields along the Bohai coast.
Shandong Coastline
Bird's-eye view of Yantai's rugged coastline and urban beaches immediately after takeoff.
Bohai Bay Transition
The flight crosses the southern portion of the Bohai Sea, showing the shift from deep blue to silt-heavy green waters.
Yellow River Delta
Visible to the southwest, the intricate silt patterns and wetlands where the Yellow River meets the sea.
Binhai Salt Ponds
Massive, colorful geometric evaporation ponds used for salt production near the Tianjin coast.
Binhai New Area
The rapid urbanization and modern architecture of Tianjin's coastal economic hub during descent.
Choose a window seat on the left (A) for the best views of the Yellow River Delta. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the coastal features without glare. Keep your camera ready shortly after reaching cruising altitude to capture the unique silt plumes in the bay.
Changshan Islands
Small clusters of islands visible in the distance to the north as you exit the Yantai airspace.
Offshore Oil Rigs
Spot industrial drilling platforms scattered across the Bohai Sea oil fields.
Tianjin Port Traffic
Dozens of massive cargo ships and tankers anchored in the bay awaiting entry to one of China's busiest ports.
Tianjin Port Infrastructure
Expansive views of the world's largest man-made port, including massive gantry cranes and container terminals.
Sit on the right (F) for views of the industrial maritime activity. This side is particularly interesting during the final approach into TSN, as it offers a perspective on the sheer scale of the global shipping lanes and the engineering of the Tianjin Port docks. Morning flights offer the best lighting for this side.
Distance: 400 km (249 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: YNT (37.40169906616211, 121.37200164794922)
Arrival: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Route Type: Domestic
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