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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Taihang Mountain range and the rugged terrain of the Western Hills as you approach the capital.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Fuyang Departure

View of the Ying River and the urban layout of Fuyang city shortly after takeoff.

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Yellow River Crossing

The massive, silt-laden Yellow River winding through the North China Plain.

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Taihang Mountains

A long, spectacular view of the rugged mountain range that forms the boundary of the Loess Plateau.

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Shijiazhuang Skyline

The dense urban center of Hebei's provincial capital visible during the mid-flight cruise.

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Beijing Western Hills

The scenic Xishan area, featuring lush ridges and historical sites, during the descent into PEK.

Book a window seat on the left for afternoon flights to get the best illumination on the Taihang Mountains. On clear days during the descent, you may catch a glimpse of the Great Wall snaking through the peaks to the northwest of Beijing.

Right Side Highlights
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North China Plain

A vast expanse of geometric agricultural fields and rural townships characteristic of the region.

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Huai River Basin

The intricate network of canals and tributaries that define the water-rich landscape of northern Anhui.

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Yellow River Infrastructure

Spot major bridge crossings and industrial developments along the river's eastern stretch.

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Tianjin Outskirts

Distant views of the sprawling industrial and residential developments toward the Bohai Gulf.

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Beijing Metropolis

An expansive view of the capital's modern architecture and dense ring roads during the final approach.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh sun. It provides a superior perspective of the vastness of the North China Plain. Keep an eye out for the rapid transition from rural farmland to the high-density skyscrapers of Beijing as you land.

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Route Information

Distance: 804 km (500 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min

Departure: FUG (32.882157, 115.734364)

Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)

Route Type: Domestic

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