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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of China's diverse geography, including the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers, the historic Mount Tai, and the bustling cityscapes of the central plains.

Left Side Highlights
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Yangtze River

Shortly after takeoff, view the winding path of Asia's longest river as it flows through Hubei province.

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Dabie Mountains

Observe the rugged peaks and deep valleys of this significant mountain range on the border of Hubei and Henan.

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Jinan City

Spot the 'City of Springs' and its sprawling urban layout as you traverse northern Shandong province.

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Mount Tai

Catch a glimpse of this sacred mountain, one of the 'Five Great Mountains of China,' rising from the North China Plain.

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Bohai Bay

See the vast expanse of the Bohai Sea as the aircraft begins its over-water segment towards the Liaodong Peninsula.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. Look out for the distinct change from green mountainous terrain in the south to the flat, yellow-hued North China Plain. The crossing of the Yellow River is a major landmark usually visible about 60 to 70 percent into the flight duration.

Right Side Highlights
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Poyang Lake

Depending on the specific flight path, the northern tip of China's largest freshwater lake may be visible to the southeast.

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Hefei Metropolitan Area

View the rapid urban development and satellite cities around the capital of Anhui province.

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Qingdao Coastline

During the latter half of the flight, you may see the distant silhouette of the Shandong coastline and the Yellow Sea.

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Miaodao Archipelago

As you cross the Bohai Strait, look for the scattered islands connecting the Shandong and Liaodong peninsulas.

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Dalian Skyline

Enjoy the dramatic view of the Dalian port and the city's unique hilly geography during the final descent.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the sea. The approach into Dalian is particularly scenic on this side if the plane circles over the Jinzhou District before landing. Keep an eye out for large cargo ships and tankers navigating the busy Bohai Strait.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,423 km (884 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min

Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)

Arrival: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)

Route Type: Domestic

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