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GYS → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangyuan Airport (Guangyuan) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the lush Daba Mountains to the vast North China Plain, including clear views of major urban centers like Taiyuan.
Daba Mountains
Verdant, misty peaks visible immediately after takeoff from Guangyuan, showcasing the greenery of northern Sichuan.
Taiyuan Cityscape
A clear view of the sprawling industrial and provincial capital of Shanxi located along the Fen River.
Taihang Escarpment
The dramatic eastern edge of the Taihang Mountains where the terrain suddenly drops into the flat North China Plain.
Northern Great Wall
On clear days during the descent into PEK, sections of the Great Wall can be spotted snaking across the ridges north of Beijing.
Beijing Suburban Sprawl
A massive panorama of the capital's expansion, including reservoirs and the geometric grid of the city's outskirts.
The right side is ideal for the arrival phase into Beijing, as the aircraft typically circles from the south or east, providing views of the city. For winter flights, the snow-capped Taihang mountains on this side are breathtaking.
Qinling Mountains
The rugged northern edge of the Qinling range, serving as the natural boundary between North and South China.
Loess Plateau
Remarkable views of the yellow-earth landscape, characterized by deep gullies and intricate terrace farming.
Wei River Valley
The cradle of Chinese civilization, visible as a wide fertile corridor between mountain ranges.
Western Taihang Ridges
High-altitude rocky peaks that separate the plateau from the lower plains of Hebei.
Choose the left side for morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the unique textures of the Loess Plateau. It is also excellent for seeing the shadow play in the mountain valleys during late afternoon.
Distance: 1,296 km (805 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: GYS (32.391101837158196, 105.7020034790039)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: Domestic
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