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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior mix of inland landmarks and the iconic approach into Sanya, featuring the Nanshan Guanyin statue.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Yangtze River Crossing

A clear view of the massive Yangtze River and its infrastructure shortly after departing YTY.

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Huangshan Mountains

Aerial perspective of the famous 'Yellow Mountains' granite peaks, often shrouded in a sea of clouds.

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Poyang Lake

China's largest freshwater lake, showcasing a complex ecosystem of wetlands and seasonal water levels.

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Leizhou Peninsula

The southernmost tip of the mainland, characterized by distinctive red soil and tropical plantations.

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Nanshan Guanyin

The highlight of the trip: a 108-meter tall white statue rising from the sea during the final landing approach.

The right side is essential for viewing the Nanshan Guanyin statue, usually visible when landing from the west (Runway 08). Choose an afternoon flight for dramatic sunset views over the South China Sea just before touchdown.

Left Side Highlights
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Yangtze Delta Urbanism

Dense networks of canals and the rapid urbanization of Southern Jiangsu immediately after takeoff.

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Wuyi Mountains

The lush, jagged peaks and famous tea-growing valleys along the Jiangxi and Fujian border regions.

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Pearl River Delta

On night flights, the massive urban glow of the Shenzhen and Dongguan metropolitan areas to the east.

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South China Sea

Expansive views of the deep blue sea as the plane crosses from the mainland to Hainan Island.

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Haitang Bay

The luxury resort coastline and Wuzhizhou Island visible during the descent into Sanya.

Sit behind the wing to capture the transition from the industrial Yangtze Delta to the tropical coastline. This side is better for morning flights to avoid the harsh western sun glare.

Top Activities in Sanya
Route Information

Distance: 1,891 km (1,175 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min

Departure: YTY (32.5634, 119.7198)

Arrival: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)

Route Type: Domestic

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