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CKG → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of China's diverse geography, the right side is preferred for its superior perspective of the approach into Beijing, including the Taihang Mountains and the potential for Great Wall sightings near the capital.
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Guanzhong Plain
The fertile basin around Xi'an, visible as a vast patch of green and urban development.
Taihang Mountains
The dramatic eastern edge of the plateau where it drops sharply toward the North China Plain.
The Great Wall
Sections of the ancient wall can often be spotted winding along mountain ridges north of Beijing during descent.
Beijing Cityscape
A sweeping view of the capital's massive urban sprawl, including central landmarks on clear days.
PEK Terminal 3
The iconic 'Dragon' terminal at Beijing Capital Airport is best seen from the right when landing on northern runways.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Great Wall during the final 15 minutes of flight. Beijing's air quality is best after a cold front; choose a winter flight for the highest probability of seeing the city clearly. Ensure your window is clean as descent views are the highlight.
Book Hotels in BeijingDaba Mountains
Dense, mist-covered peaks that mark the boundary between the Sichuan Basin and Shaanxi province.
Qinling Divide
The massive east-west mountain range acting as a natural climate barrier between North and South China.
Loess Plateau Terraces
Intricate agricultural patterns carved into the yellow earth of Shaanxi and Shanxi provinces.
Yellow River Crossing
The iconic 'Mother River' of China as it winds through the arid northern terrain.
Plateau Sunsets
Vivid atmospheric colors reflecting off the high-altitude landscape during evening flights.
Book an afternoon flight to see the Loess Plateau's textures illuminated by the western sun. Morning flights on this side may suffer from harsh glare and haze common in the North China region.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,464 km (910 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: Domestic
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