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ZUH → SYX
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (Zhuhai) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the scenic coastal approach into Sanya, featuring the expansive South China Sea and the iconic Nanshan Guanyin statue during the final descent.
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Wanshan Archipelago
Stunning clusters of emerald islands scattered across the Pearl River estuary shortly after takeoff from Zhuhai.
South China Sea
Vast turquoise waters dotted with international shipping vessels navigating the busy maritime routes.
Wenchang Coast
A distant view of the eastern shoreline of Hainan, where China's coastal satellite launch center is situated.
Nanshan Guanyin
The breathtaking 108-meter tall white statue rising from the sea, visible during the final landing circuit.
Haitang Bay
Panoramic views of the high-end resort coastline and clear blue waters as the plane prepares for touchdown.
Book a window seat on the left (A) for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography. The highlight is the landing sequence into SYX; keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before arrival to capture the giant Nanshan Guanyin statue if the plane approaches from the west.
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Zhanjiang Coastline
The industrial maritime landscape and busy ports of the southern tip of Guangdong province.
Leizhou Peninsula
The distinct geographic 'tail' of mainland China, showing the transition from land to the Qiongzhou Strait.
Qiongzhou Strait
The narrow body of water separating the mainland from the tropical landscape of Hainan Island.
Wuzhi Mountain
The lush, cloud-covered peaks of Hainan's central rainforest and the island's highest elevation.
Phoenix Island
The futuristic sail-shaped skyscrapers of Sanya's artificial island visible during the final approach.
The right side (F) is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers the best views of the Hainan interior and the urban sprawl of Sanya city. Look for the contrast between the rugged green mountains and the dense coastal development during the descent.
Book Hotels in SanyaDistance: 584 km (363 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 58 min
Departure: ZUH (22.006399, 113.375999)
Arrival: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Route Type: Domestic
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