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Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
Approaching from the sea, the left side provides a scenic perspective of the Taiwan Strait and the dramatic northern coastline, including the mouth of the Tamsui River on clear days.
Approaching from the sea, the left side provides a scenic perspective of the Taiwan Strait and the dramatic northern coastline, including the mouth of the Tamsui River on clear days.
The right side offers superior scenery, including the stunning 'Thousand Islands' near Jakarta and a dramatic view of Taiwan's rugged Central Mountain Range upon arrival.
The right side offers superior views of the mainland China coastline, major industrial hubs like Dalian, and a panoramic perspective of the Yangtze River Delta before the final approach into Taiwan.
Choosing the right side provides a front-row seat to the scenic Seto Inland Sea and the volcanic landscapes of Kyushu, followed by a beautiful approach into Northern Taiwan.
The left side offers superior views of the Yaeyama Islands after takeoff and provides a dramatic perspective of Taiwan's rugged northeast coastline, including the outskirts of the Taipei metropolitan area.
The left side offers superior views of Japan's mountainous interior, including Mount Haku, followed by the rugged coastline of Kyushu and the urban sprawl of Taipei upon arrival.
The left side offers a stunning perspective of the Southeast Asian interior, the iconic limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay, and the massive urban sprawl of the Pearl River Delta including Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
The left side offers the most consistent geographic landmarks, starting with a panoramic view of Penang Island and the bridges, followed by potential views of the Vietnamese coastline and a clear perspective of Taiwan's western plains during descent.
The Right Side offers a superior view of the Chinese coastline, the iconic Zhoushan Archipelago, and a more detailed perspective of the Western Taiwan coastline during the final approach into Taoyuan.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic portion of the flight: the approach into Taiwan. You get a front-row seat to the rugged East Coast where the Central Mountain Range meets the Pacific Ocean, including the iconic Qingshui Cliffs and the volcanic Guishan Island.
The right side offers a superior view of Pingtan Island during departure and provides a breathtaking panorama of the Taiwan coastline and the distant Central Mountain Range upon arrival.
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the Philippine archipelago, specifically the Palawan and Luzon regions, and provides a spectacular panorama of Taiwan's rugged Central Mountain Range during the descent into Taoyuan.
The right side provides a dramatic sequence featuring Kyushu's volcanic landscape, the scattered emerald islands of the Ryukyu chain, and the best urban views of Taipei upon arrival.