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ALG → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring the dramatic peaks of the Caucasus, the vastness of the Caspian Sea, and the spectacular Tian Shan mountain range as the flight enters Chinese airspace.
Mount Etna & Sicily
Aerial views of Italy's largest island and its famous active volcano rising from the sea.
Aegean Archipelago
The stunning pattern of Greek islands scattered across the turquoise Aegean Sea.
Caucasus Mountains
A dramatic crossing over the high peaks separating the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea.
Caspian Sea Coast
The unique shoreline of the world's largest inland body of water, often appearing teal from above.
Tian Shan Range
Breathtaking views of the 'Celestial Mountains' with massive glaciers and high-altitude lakes in Xinjiang.
Gobi Desert
Vast stretches of golden sand dunes and rocky plateaus as the flight approaches Northern China.
This is the premier side for photography. The transition from the Caspian Sea to the Tian Shan mountains is the flight's visual peak; ensure your window is clear for this mid-to-late segment. Morning flights provide excellent illumination of the Chinese deserts.
Balearic Sea
Expansive views of the deep azure Mediterranean waters shortly after departing the Algerian coast.
Distant Alps
On clear days, the northern horizon reveals the jagged, snow-capped silhouette of the European Alps.
The Bosphorus
A glimpse of the narrow waterway separating Europe and Asia near the city of Istanbul.
Kazakh Steppes
Vast, undulating grasslands and agricultural patterns stretching across Central Asia.
Altai Mountains
Rugged terrain marking the remote border regions between Kazakhstan, Russia, and Mongolia.
Choose this side for softer light during eastbound travel. If flying during the winter, keep an eye on the northern horizon for a rare chance to see the Aurora Borealis while over Russian or Kazakh airspace at night.
Distance: 9,104 km (5,657 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 43 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: International
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