Seating on the right side provides views of Dalian's dense urban center and the industrial harbor when departing toward the east.
The left side offers superior views of the Bohai Sea coastline, major industrial ports, and the unique geographical landbridge of Bijia Mountain near Jinzhou.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Dalian city skyline upon departure and the iconic 'Old Dragon's Head' (Laolongtou) where the Great Wall meets the sea during the approach to Qinhuangdao.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the massive Poyang Lake and the best potential for the iconic Victoria Harbour skyline view during the standard arrival into Hong Kong.
The right side offers superior views of the Bohai Sea crossing, including the Miaodao Islands, and a better perspective of the Yellow River as the flight approaches the historical heart of Henan.
The right side offers superior scenery, including the stunning Liaodong coastline upon departure, distant views of the Changbai mountain system, and the spectacular Jingpo Lake during the descent into Mudanjiang.
The right side offers a direct view of the historic Lushun district, the string of islands across the Bohai Strait, and the famous Mount Huaguo upon arrival in Lianyungang.
The right side offers a continuous view of the Chinese coastline, including the rugged Shandong Peninsula and the unique agricultural patterns of the Jiangsu delta.
The right side offers superior views of the Bohai Bay coastline, the massive industrial reclaimed lands of Caofeidian, and a detailed look at the sprawling Tianjin Port facilities during the descent.
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.
The right side offers superior lighting for photography (avoiding direct southern sun glare) and provides an exceptional view of the Dalian city skyline and the rugged northern sections of the Taihang Mountains.
The left side offers superior views of the East China coastline, the expansive Yangtze River crossing, and the scenic Poyang Lake region, providing a diverse mix of maritime and terrestrial landscapes.
The left side of the aircraft offers a more diverse range of sights including major metropolitan skylines such as Shenyang and Harbin, the vast agricultural patterns of the Northeast China Plain, and the winding path of the Songhua River. It provides a superior perspective on the transition from the developed coastal regions to the dense, rolling forests of the Lesser Khingan Mountains.