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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Yellow River Delta and the sacred Mount Tai, followed by a beautiful coastal approach into Dalian.

Right Side Highlights
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Three Gorges Region

The rugged, mountainous terrain of the upper Yangtze River basin shortly after takeoff.

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Mount Tai (Taishan)

The most famous of China's Five Sacred Mountains can be spotted near Jinan if the air is clear.

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Yellow River Delta

A spectacular sight where the silt-heavy Yellow River meets the blue waters of the Bohai Sea.

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Changshan Islands

An archipelago of small, rocky islands scattered across the Bohai Strait during the descent.

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Dalian Skyline

A stunning view of Xinghai Square and the coastal skyscrapers as the plane banks for its final approach.

The star attraction is the Yellow River's sediment plume; try to book a mid-day flight for the best color contrast in the water. During the descent into DLC, the plane often makes a wide turn over the sea, offering a panoramic view of Dalian's hilly coastline and modern architecture.

Left Side Highlights
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Qinling Mountain Range

View the northern edges of this major geographic dividing line shortly after departure from Chongqing.

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Zhengzhou Urban Area

The sprawling capital of Henan province is often visible mid-flight as a dense urban grid.

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North China Plain

A vast expanse of agricultural land that creates a patchwork quilt effect from high altitude.

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Bohai Industrial Zone

As you approach the coast, watch for the massive ports and heavy industrial hubs near Tangshan.

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Dalian North Port

Views of the heavy shipping traffic and shipyards on the northern side of the Liaodong Peninsula.

Choose this side on morning flights to keep the sun behind you. It provides a stable view of the inland plains, but landmarks are less distinct than the coastal features on the right. Keep an eye out for the Great Wall's eastern segments if the flight path tracks slightly further north.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,707 km (1,061 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min

Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)

Arrival: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)

Route Type: Domestic

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