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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the vast Eurasian landscapes, including the stunning Siberian wilderness and the world's deepest lake, Baikal, while avoiding direct glare from the sun on eastbound flights.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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Wadden Sea

Shortly after takeoff, view the unique intertidal sand and mudflats of the Dutch coast and the Frisian Islands.

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The Ural Mountains

The natural boundary between Europe and Asia, visible as a long north-south ridge line across the Russian landscape.

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Lake Baikal

The highlight of the northern route; look for the massive, deep blue crescent of the world's largest freshwater lake.

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Gobi Desert

Vast stretches of orange and brown dunes and rocky plateaus as the flight enters Mongolian and Chinese airspace.

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Inner Mongolia Steppe

Expansive green grasslands that transition into the more industrial landscapes of Northern China.

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Yangtze River Delta

The intricate network of canals, rivers, and high-density urban development as you approach the Hangzhou region.

The left side is ideal for night flights from AMS that arrive in HGH during the morning, as the sun remains on the right (south) side of the aircraft, reducing glare and heat. Keep your window shade open during the middle of the flight to catch the sunrise over the Siberian tundra.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Amsterdam Cityscape

If departing from specific runways, enjoy a panoramic view of the canal rings and the bustling Port of Amsterdam.

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Altai Mountains

Distant views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks where Russia, China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan meet.

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Yellow River

Watch for the distinct silty, muddy-yellow waters of the 'Mother River' as it meanders through the Loess Plateau.

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Zhengzhou & Nanjing

Bright city lights and massive urban sprawl are visible if the flight path tracks across the Central Plains of China.

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Hangzhou West Lake

On the final descent, if the wind is from the south, you may see the iconic UNESCO World Heritage lake and the Leifeng Pagoda.

Expect significant sunlight and glare on the right side for the duration of the daytime portion of the flight. Use the flight map to time your viewing of the Yellow River, and ensure your window is clear for the approach into HGH, as smog can sometimes obscure the ground views.

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Route Information

Distance: 8,922 km (5,544 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 30 min

Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Arrival: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)

Route Type: International

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