CGD → PEK

Daba Mountains

Aerial views of the dense, rugged peaks between the Hubei and Shaanxi border shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

Yangtze River Crossing

A spectacular view of the winding Yangtze River near the historical city of Jingzhou as the flight heads north.

Yellow River Gorge

Crossing the Yellow River near the Henan-Shanxi border, where the river carves through the loess plateau.

Taihang Mountains

A long stretch of the majestic Taihang range, known for its steep cliffs and deep valleys, visible for much of the mid-flight.

Western Hills of Beijing

During the descent into Beijing, the forested peaks of the Xishan range provide a scenic backdrop to the urban sprawl.

Dongting Lake

Immediately after takeoff from Changde, look out for the vast expanse of China's second-largest freshwater lake to the east.

Zhengzhou Urban Area

The massive urban sprawl and transportation hubs of Henan's capital are clearly visible midway through the route.

North China Plain

The patchwork of agricultural fields and industrial clusters that define the heartland of China's economy.

Daxing Airport View

Depending on the approach path, you may catch a distant glimpse of the iconic 'Starfish' design of Beijing's other major airport.

Beijing CBD Skyline

On a clear day during the final approach to PEK, the skyscrapers of the Central Business District, including the China Zun, appear to the west.