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DLC → SJW
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian) to Shijiazhuang Daguocun International Airport (Shijiazhuang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior lighting for photography throughout the flight and provides a clearer view of the vast North China Plain and the industrial coastline of the Bohai Bay.
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Bohai Sea Crossing
Expansive views of the gulf waters with numerous cargo ships and tankers navigating the maritime corridor.
Caofeidian Industrial Port
A massive land reclamation project and industrial hub visible on the Hebei coast.
North China Plain
The geometric patchwork of intensive agricultural fields characteristic of Hebei province.
Hengshui Lake
A significant freshwater wetland area that stands out against the surrounding farmland.
Shijiazhuang South
Panoramic views of the expanding urban sprawl of Shijiazhuang during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best lighting conditions during midday and afternoon flights, avoiding the direct glare of the sun. This side is also excellent for spotting offshore oil platforms in the Bohai Sea. In the spring, the greening of the fields provides a vibrant contrast to the urban centers.
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Dalian Urban Coast
Detailed views of Dalian's hilly peninsula, skyscrapers, and the Xinghai Bay Bridge upon takeoff.
Tianjin Binhai Area
The northern edge of the Bohai Bay featuring one of the world's busiest maritime gateways.
Yan Mountains
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the mountains that border the North China Plain to the north can be seen.
Daguocun Approach
Views of the airport infrastructure and the logistics hubs surrounding the Shijiazhuang airport.
Select the right side if you are flying in the early morning to capture the sunrise reflecting off the Dalian coastline. During the winter, this side offers the best chance to see the snow-capped peaks of the Yan Mountains in the distance if atmospheric visibility is high.
Book Hotels in ShijiazhuangDistance: 599 km (372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Arrival: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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