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CJU → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Jeju International Airport (Cheju) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning departure view of the volcanic Hallasan peak on Jeju Island and provides a superior angle for the Beijing city skyline during southern approaches to PEK.
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Hallasan Mountain
South Korea's highest peak and central shield volcano visible immediately after takeoff from Jeju.
Jeju West Coast
The emerald waters and white sandy beaches of the Aewol and Hyeopjae coastlines.
Yellow Sea
A vast expanse of water where you can spot international cargo ships and fishing fleets.
Weihai Coast
The first point of contact with mainland China, featuring rugged cliffs and urban development.
Bohai Gulf
A busy maritime corridor filled with massive tankers and offshore oil platforms.
Beijing Skyline
On clear days, the China Zun and other skyscrapers of the Central Business District are visible during descent.
Book a left-side window seat for afternoon or sunset flights to see the sun dip into the Yellow Sea. During the departure from CJU, if the plane takes off towards the north, you will get an expansive view of the island's volcanic landscape. In winter, look for sea ice forming near the shores of the Bohai Gulf.
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Seongsan Ilchulbong
The famous Sunrise Peak tuff cone on the eastern tip of Jeju, visible if the flight path tracks east.
Qingdao Peninsula
Views of the red-roofed architecture and coastal bays of the Shandong Peninsula's major port.
Longkou Port
Significant industrial maritime infrastructure and artificial islands along the Chinese coast.
Tianjin Binhai
One of the world's largest container ports with intricate logistics networks visible from above.
The Great Wall
Often visible snaking through the ridges of the Yan Mountains if the plane circles from the north.
Yan Mountains
The rugged mountain range that serves as the northern geographic boundary of the Beijing plain.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. If the air quality in Beijing is high, keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of flight; northern approach patterns often offer a rare bird's-eye view of the Great Wall's Gubeikou and Mutianyu sections.
Book Hotels in BeijingDistance: 1,144 km (711 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: CJU (33.51129913330078, 126.49299621582033)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: International
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