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Which side of the plane to sit from Jeju International Airport (Cheju) to Longjia Airport (Changchun)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers a dramatic perspective of the South Korean archipelago and the transition from the Yellow Sea into the mountainous terrain of the Liaoning-Jilin border region.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Hallasan

A stunning view of South Korea's highest peak, a dormant volcano at the center of Jeju Island, immediately after takeoff.

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Dadohaehaesang Archipelago

The 'Sea of Many Islands' off the southwest coast of Korea, featuring thousands of forested islets and turquoise channels.

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Incheon & Seoul Skyline

On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of Incheon and the greater Seoul metropolitan area are visible across the tidal flats.

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Yalu River Border

The geographic boundary between North Korea and China, marked by the winding river and the city of Dandong.

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Liaoning Highlands

The rugged, forested mountains of eastern Liaoning province which provide a sharp contrast to the coastal plains.

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Songhua River Tributaries

The winding river systems that feed into the Songhua, weaving through the landscape as you approach Changchun.

The first 20 minutes of the flight are spectacular on this side; keep your camera ready for the Korean islands. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the mountain ranges near the China-North Korea border. Ensure you have a window seat away from the wing for the best view of the archipelago.

Left Side Highlights
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Jeju Volcanic Coast

Aerial view of Jeju's northern coastline with its unique basalt rock formations and emerald waters upon departure.

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Yellow Sea Shipping Lanes

Vast stretches of the Yellow Sea dotted with cargo ships and fishing vessels heading toward major Chinese ports.

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Dalian Peninsula

The southern tip of the Liaodong Peninsula, showcasing the massive industrial infrastructure and port of Dalian.

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Bohai Bay Coastline

Views of the shallow, silt-rich waters of the Bohai Sea and the industrial development along the Liaoning coast.

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Shenyang Urban Fringe

The expanding industrial and residential outskirts of Shenyang visible as the flight turns toward Changchun.

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Jilin Farmlands

The characteristic patchwork of the Northeast China Plain, featuring vast corn and soybean fields during the descent.

Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy spectacular sunsets over the Yellow Sea. It is also the better side for spotting the dense maritime traffic in the Bohai Sea. In winter, look for sea ice forming near the shores of the Liaodong Peninsula.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,168 km (726 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min

Departure: CJU (33.51129913330078, 126.49299621582033)

Arrival: CGQ (43.9962005615, 125.684997559)

Route Type: International

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