Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Taipei to Xiamen. The right side dominates this route. Takeoff offers superior views of the Taiwan Strait and Taipei basin, and while landing favors the left, the longer climb-out phase and the strait's visual impact make right-side seats the better overall choice for this short regional flight.

During takeoff from Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Taiwan Strait and northern Taiwan coastline during the initial climb-out westward. You'll see the Taipei basin receding below and the strait opening up ahead, with the northern coast of Taiwan visible to the left across the water. Notable sights include: Taipei metropolitan area, Taiwan Strait, northern Taiwan coastline (Keelung area), Yangmingshan volcanic plateau.

When landing at Gaoqi (XMN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Xiamen. You'll see the Jiulong River estuary, Xiamen Island, and the surrounding coastal geography as you descend toward Gaoqi Airport on the mainland side. Notable sights include: Jiulong River estuary, Xiamen Island, Gaoqi Airport area, Wuyi Mountains (distant).

The flight from Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE) to Gaoqi (XMN) takes 1h 15m.

Taiwan Strait (primary crossing), Penghu Islands (visible to the south as small archipelago), transition from Taiwan's northern coast to Chinese mainland coast, coastal cities of Fujian Province becoming visible as you approach Xiamen