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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Taihang Mountain range during the descent into the Beijing basin and captures stunning sunsets on late afternoon departures.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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Changsha Xiang River

Aerial view of the winding Xiang River and the Orange Isle shortly after takeoff from CSX.

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Yangtze River Crossing

A spectacular view of the massive Yangtze River as the flight path crosses northern Hubei province.

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Taihang Mountains

The rugged ridge lines of the Taihang range define the western horizon for much of the cruise through Henan and Hebei.

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Beijing Western Hills

Known as Xishan, these peaks mark the dramatic transition from the North China Plain to the Mongolian Plateau during descent.

Choose this side for flights departing between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to witness the sunset over the mountains. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes before landing to capture the sharp contrast between the flat plains and the rising peaks of the Western Hills.

Right Side Highlights
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North China Plain

An endless patchwork of agricultural fields and industrial clusters characteristic of China's breadbasket.

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The Grand Canal

Segments of the historic Jing-Hang Grand Canal are often visible snaking through the Hebei landscape.

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Beijing CBD Skyline

On clear days and standard southern approaches, the towering China Zun and CBD skyscrapers appear on the right.

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Beijing Daxing Overview

Depending on the specific corridor, you may glimpse the massive starfish-shaped Daxing International Airport to the south of the city.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. If the visibility is high, look for the sprawl of Tianjin to the east and the massive urban density of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei megalopolis during the final 20 minutes of the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,358 km (844 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min

Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)

Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)

Route Type: Domestic

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