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CGQ → SJW
Which side of the plane to sit from Longjia Airport (Changchun) to Shijiazhuang Daguocun International Airport (Shijiazhuang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning combination of the industrial coastline of the Bohai Sea, the historic Shanhaiguan pass, and the sprawling metropolitan landscape of Tianjin before descending into Shijiazhuang.
Shenyang Skyline
Early in the flight, you can spot the dense urban center of the Liaoning capital to the southeast.
Bohai Sea Coastline
Views of the Liaodong Bay where the vast plains of Northeast China meet the northernmost reach of the sea.
Shanhaiguan Pass
The strategic location where the Great Wall meets the sea, visible as the flight crosses into Hebei province.
Tianjin Port
One of the world's busiest ports, featuring massive container terminals and complex shipping lanes.
Binhai New Area
The futuristic skyline of Tianjin's coastal district stands out against the flat plains of North China.
For the best clarity of the Bohai Sea coastline, choose a morning flight to keep the sun behind the aircraft. Look for the distinct line of the Great Wall near Qinhuangdao. In winter, keep an eye out for sea ice in the northern part of the Liaodong Bay.
Songliao Plain
Vast agricultural grids of the Northeast China Plain, particularly striking during the green summer or golden harvest months.
Western Liaoning Hills
A series of rugged ridges and valleys that provide a textured contrast to the flat farmlands.
Yanshan Mountains
The mountainous northern border of the North China Plain, where the Great Wall snakes across high ridgelines.
Taihang Mountains
As the flight approaches Shijiazhuang, the dramatic cliffs of the Taihang range appear to the west.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, as the setting sun highlights the dramatic ridges of the Taihang Mountains. Watch for the sharp transition from the flat North China Plain to the vertical cliffs of the plateau just before landing.
Distance: 1,117 km (694 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: CGQ (43.9962005615, 125.684997559)
Arrival: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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