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DYG → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Dayong Airport (Dayong) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled vantage point for the dramatic karst pillars of Zhangjiajie shortly after takeoff and offers the best chance to spot the Great Wall and the Taihang Mountains during the descent into Beijing.
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Wulingyuan Peaks
Dramatic sandstone pillars and karst formations visible shortly after departure from Zhangjiajie.
Taihang Mountains
A massive mountain range that marks the boundary between the Loess Plateau and the North China Plain.
The Great Wall
Aerial views of the historic fortification winding through the mountains north and west of Beijing during descent.
Western Hills
The scenic 'Xishan' mountain range that provides a backdrop to the capital city.
Loess Plateau Edge
The unique, eroded landscape of central China's high-altitude plateau.
Sit on the left side during morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes before landing, as the flight often passes over the Great Wall. Seasonal haze in winter can obscure views, so clear autumn days are best.
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Lishui River
The winding river that flows through Zhangjiajie city, visible during the initial climb.
Yellow River Crossing
The iconic 'Mother River' of China, appearing as a wide, silt-laden ribbon near Henan province.
North China Plain
An endless patchwork of agricultural fields and dense rural settlements characteristic of the heartland.
Beijing CBD
Distant views of the China Zun and other skyscrapers if the approach path curves from the south.
The right side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. Look for the Yellow River roughly halfway through the journey; it is most distinct during the summer months when water levels are higher.
Book Hotels in BeijingDistance: 1,343 km (835 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: DYG (29.1028, 110.443001)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: Domestic
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