About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Wusu (TYN) to Baoan (SZX)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Taiyuan to Shenzhen. While takeoff offers interesting loess plateau and Taiyuan views, the landing approach into Shenzhen provides more dramatic and visually varied scenery: the Pearl River Delta's complex waterways, the stark urban density transition, and Hong Kong's harbor landscape make the left side the superior choice for the overall flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Wusu in Taiyuan?
During takeoff from Wusu (TYN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Taiyuan urban area and the Fen River valley as you climb southward. The city's grid layout and surrounding loess plateau terrain are distinctive during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: Taiyuan city center, Fen River, loess plateau terrain, Wusu Airport runway orientation.
What can I see when landing at Baoan in Shenzhen?
When landing at Baoan (SZX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Shenzhen. You'll see the Pearl River Delta's complex waterways, the transition from rural Guangdong to dense urban Shenzhen, and Victoria Harbour across the border in Hong Kong. Notable sights include: Pearl River Delta waterways, Shenzhen urban sprawl, Victoria Harbour (Hong Kong), Lianhuashan Mountain.
How long is the flight from Taiyuan to Shenzhen?
The flight from Wusu (TYN) to Baoan (SZX) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Taiyuan to Shenzhen flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses central China from north to south, passing over Henan Province's agricultural plains and the transition zone into Guangdong. Notable midpoint features include the Yellow River basin terrain (visible around 45 minutes into flight), the gradual shift from loess plateau to subtropical lowlands, and the approach to the Pearl River Delta's complex topography with its numerous tributaries and lakes. The landscape transitions from dry, sparse terrain to increasingly green, water-rich delta regions as you progress southward.