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Our Recommendation
8.8

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.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Etna & Sicily

Aerial views of Italy's largest island and its famous active volcano rising from the sea.

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Aegean Archipelago

The stunning pattern of Greek islands scattered across the turquoise Aegean Sea.

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Caucasus Mountains

A dramatic crossing over the high peaks separating the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea.

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Caspian Sea Coast

The unique shoreline of the world's largest inland body of water, often appearing teal from above.

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Tian Shan Range

Breathtaking views of the 'Celestial Mountains' with massive glaciers and high-altitude lakes in Xinjiang.

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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.

Left Side Highlights
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Balearic Sea

Expansive views of the deep azure Mediterranean waters shortly after departing the Algerian coast.

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Distant Alps

On clear days, the northern horizon reveals the jagged, snow-capped silhouette of the European Alps.

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The Bosphorus

A glimpse of the narrow waterway separating Europe and Asia near the city of Istanbul.

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Kazakh Steppes

Vast, undulating grasslands and agricultural patterns stretching across Central Asia.

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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.

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Route Information

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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