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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers an exceptional view of Mount Tai (Tai Shan), one of China's most sacred mountains, during the approach into Jinan, along with the dramatic Wuyi mountain ranges shortly after takeoff.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Wuyi Mountains

Dense, mist-covered peaks of northern Fujian visible during the first 20 minutes of the flight.

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Yangtze River Crossing

A clear view of the massive Yangtze River as the flight traverses the Anhui and Jiangsu border region.

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Mount Tai (Tai Shan)

The majestic UNESCO World Heritage site rises prominently from the North China Plain just south of Jinan.

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Tai'an Cityscape

The urban layout of Tai'an nestled at the foot of the sacred mountain during the descent phase.

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North China Plain

The vast, geometric agricultural patterns typical of the Shandong province interior.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see Mount Tai. On late afternoon flights, you'll have the sun behind you or to your side, providing excellent lighting for photos of the mountain peaks. Watch for the 'Golden Belt' of the Yellow River during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Fujian Coastline

Glimpses of the rugged Fujian coast and the East China Sea during the initial climb from Fuzhou.

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Hongze Lake

One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible as a sprawling blue expanse in Jiangsu province.

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Yellow River (Huang He)

The iconic sediment-rich 'Mother River' of China snaking through the landscape north of Jinan.

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Zibo Industrial Hub

View the massive industrial layouts and energy infrastructure as you bypass the city of Zibo.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better perspective of the flat plains and the intricate network of canals and lakes in the Yangtze River Delta hinterland. Keep an eye out for the distinct muddy waters of the Yellow River during descent.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,236 km (768 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min

Departure: FOC (25.93510055541992, 119.66300201416016)

Arrival: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)

Route Type: Domestic

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