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DLC → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a continuous panorama of the Chinese coastline, including the rugged Shandong Peninsula, the sprawling Yangtze River Delta near Shanghai, and the unique island clusters of the Zhoushan Archipelago before the final approach into Taiwan.
Dalian Cityscape
Excellent views of the southern tip of the Liaodong Peninsula, including Xinghai Square and the Dalian Port area immediately after takeoff.
Shandong Peninsula
The flight path typically hugs the coast of Shandong, offering views of the mountains near Weihai and the Qingdao coastline.
Yangtze River Mouth
Witness the massive scale of the Yangtze River Delta, where the silt-heavy river water meets the blue of the East China Sea.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A stunning collection of hundreds of islands off the coast of Ningbo, including the sacred Putuo Mountain if visibility is clear.
Taiwan Strait Coastline
As the plane begins its descent, you can see the northwestern coastline of Taiwan, featuring wind farms and coastal wetlands.
The right side is superior for afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind you, perfectly illuminating the Chinese coastline and preventing glare. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the best views of the Shandong mountains, and again near the 80-minute mark for the Yangtze Delta.
Bohai Strait Crossing
Panoramic views of the deep blue waters where the Bohai Sea meets the Yellow Sea shortly after departure from Dalian.
Korean Horizon
On very clear days, the distant horizon to the east hints at the location of the Korean Peninsula across the Yellow Sea.
Pacific Sunrise
Morning flights offer a spectacular view of the sun rising over the vast, uninterrupted expanse of the East China Sea.
Yangmingshan Peaks
During the descent into Taoyuan, the volcanic landscapes and lush greenery of northern Taiwan's national parks come into view.
Select the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the ocean. While mostly over open water, the approach into Taipei provides great views of the rugged northern Taiwanese coastline and the mountainous terrain of the Datun Volcano Group.
Distance: 1,545 km (960 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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