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CTU → TAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Liuting Airport (Qingdao)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for China's most sacred peak, Mount Tai, and provides the best panoramic views of the Qingdao coastline and the Yellow Sea during the final descent.
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Mount Hua
One of the Five Great Mountains of China, known for its steep granite cliffs and religious significance.
Ancient Luoyang
Fly over one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China in the Henan province.
Mount Tai
The most sacred of the Five Great Mountains; look for its prominent silhouette against the Shandong horizon.
Yellow Sea Coastline
Beautiful views of the rugged coastline and the deep blue waters as you approach the Shandong Peninsula.
Qingdao Urban View
A clear view of Qingdao's unique architecture, featuring red-roofed buildings and modern skyscrapers.
The right side is premier for landmarks. Mount Tai typically appears about 35-45 minutes before landing. For the best lighting on the mountains and the sea, choose a mid-to-late afternoon flight. Note that smog over the Central Plains can sometimes obscure the ground, so clear winter days offer the best visibility.
Book Hotels in QingdaoQinling Mountains
The massive mountain range acting as the natural boundary between North and South China.
Yellow River
Distant views of the iconic river's winding path through the North China Plain.
Jiaozhou Bay Bridge
One of the longest cross-sea bridges in the world, visible during the final approach into Qingdao.
Jinan City
Aerial view of the 'City of Springs' and the capital of Shandong province.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the transition from the lush Sichuan Basin to the more arid North China Plain. The Jiaozhou Bay Bridge is best viewed roughly 10-15 minutes before touchdown.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,648 km (1,024 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Route Type: Domestic
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