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GMP → PEK

Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior scenic value, including distant views of the North Korean border, the rugged Liaodong Peninsula, and a high probability of spotting the Great Wall of China during the descent into Beijing.

Right Side Highlights
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Bukhansan National Park

Striking granite peaks and forested ridges located just north of Seoul, visible shortly after departing Gimpo.

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DMZ Glimpse

On clear days, the mountainous terrain marking the border between South and North Korea is visible to the north.

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Liaodong Peninsula

The rugged coastline of Dalian and the northern rim of the Bohai Sea as the flight crosses from Korea to China.

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The Great Wall

Look for the winding stone structures along the mountain ridges north of Beijing during the final approach patterns.

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Ming Tombs Valley

The lush, protected valley housing the imperial mausoleums of the Ming Dynasty near the outskirts of the city.

The right side is essential for spotting the Great Wall; watch the mountain ridges carefully about 15-20 minutes before landing. Morning flights provide excellent illumination of the northern Chinese mountains without the sun shining directly into your window.

Left Side Highlights
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Seoul Skyline

Aerial views of the Han River, Lotte World Tower, and the dense urban grid of southern Seoul immediately after takeoff.

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Incheon Bridge

The massive cable-stayed bridge connecting Incheon to Yeongjong Island, visible as the plane heads west over the coast.

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Bohai Bay Shipping

Vast fleets of cargo ships and tankers anchored or moving toward the major industrial ports of Tianjin and Tangshan.

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Tianjin Megacity

The sprawling industrial landscape and skyscrapers of one of China's largest municipalities during the initial descent phase.

Sit on the left for the best views of the Korean coastline and the sunset if you are on a late afternoon flight. This side generally avoids direct sunlight during the westward morning journey, reducing glare for photography.

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Route Information

Distance: 927 km (576 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min

Departure: GMP (37.5583, 126.791)

Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)

Route Type: International

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