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HFE → SHE
Which side of the plane to sit from Hefei Luogang International Airport (Hefei) to Taoxian Airport (Shenyang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Bohai Sea crossing and the intricate coastline of the Liaodong Peninsula, providing more visual variety than the inland plains on the left.
Hongze Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive blue expanse shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Bohai Bay Crossing
The highlight of the trip, offering views of the sea, cargo ships, and the transition from the Shandong to the Liaodong Peninsula.
Yingkou Port
Large-scale maritime infrastructure and shipping lanes visible as the plane makes landfall in Liaoning province.
Liaohe River Delta
The complex network of waterways and wetlands near Panjin, known for its unique ecological patterns.
Shenyang Approach
Excellent views of the industrial heart of Northeast China and the Hun River as the plane descends into Taoxian Airport.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise reflecting off the Bohai Sea. In autumn (September-October), look for the 'Red Beach' area near the Liaohe Delta, which turns a brilliant crimson. This side generally offers clearer air as it stays closer to the coast.
Hefei Urban Landscape
Aerial view of the Binhu New District and the rapid urban expansion of Anhui's capital shortly after takeoff.
Mount Tai
On clear days, the silhouette of China's most sacred mountain can be seen rising from the North China Plain to the west.
North China Farmlands
A vast geometric patchwork of agricultural fields stretching across Shandong and Hebei provinces.
Jinan Cityscape
The 'City of Springs' and its surrounding mountainous terrain are visible as the flight traverses Shandong.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the inland horizon, but be prepared for potential haze over the industrial regions of the North China Plain. Keep an eye out for the distinct yellow hues of the landscape during the autumn harvest season.
Distance: 1,226 km (762 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: HFE (31.78000068664551, 117.2979965209961)
Arrival: SHE (41.63980102539063, 123.48300170898438)
Route Type: Domestic
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