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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side is generally preferred for this route as it offers better perspectives of the northern Shandong coastline and the diverse island clusters approaching Incheon International Airport.

Left Side Highlights
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Yellow River Basin

Broad views of the agricultural heartland of central China shortly after departure from Zhengzhou.

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Shandong Highlands

Rugged terrain and mountain peaks of the central Shandong province during the middle of the flight.

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Bohai Sea Vista

Vast views of the northern waters where the Yellow Sea meets the Bohai Sea.

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Ganghwa Island

Scenic views of the historic islands north of the flight path during the final approach into Incheon.

Choose the left side for morning flights to minimize glare and maximize visibility of the northern coastline. Look for the transition from the brown plains of Henan to the blue waters of the Yellow Sea about 45 minutes after takeoff.

Right Side Highlights
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Jinan Urban Area

Aerial perspectives of the City of Springs and its sprawling suburban expansion.

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Qingdao Coast

The iconic red roofs and blue sea of the coastal city of Qingdao visible during clear weather.

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Yellow Sea Shipping

High-altitude views of major maritime shipping lanes between China and South Korea.

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Incheon Bridge

A spectacular view of the 21.4km bridge, one of the longest in the world, during the descent.

Ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the sea. This side typically offers a superior view of the Incheon Bridge if the aircraft approaches from the south or west, which is common during fair weather.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,180 km (733 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min

Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)

Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)

Route Type: International

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