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Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Hong Kong skyline upon departure, the sweeping coastline of East China, and the iconic Laoshan mountain range when approaching the Shandong Peninsula.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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Victoria Harbour

Spectacular views of Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula shortly after takeoff from HKG.

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Taiwan Strait

Expansive views of the turquoise waters along the Fujian coastline and busy maritime shipping lanes.

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Shanghai Periphery

Distant views of the Yangtze River Delta's mouth and the coastal industry surrounding the Shanghai region.

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Yellow Sea

Transitioning over the sea toward the Shandong Peninsula, with numerous cargo ships visible below.

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Mount Lao (Laoshan)

The famous coastal granite peaks of Laoshan provide a stunning backdrop as you descend into Qingdao.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun illuminates the coastline. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes for Hong Kong views and the last 15 minutes for the scenic descent over the Yellow Sea and the rugged Qingdao coast.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Pearl River Delta

Aerial perspective of the massive urban sprawl including Shenzhen and the northern reaches of Guangzhou.

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Nanling Mountains

Dramatic green mountain ridges marking the border between Guangdong and Jiangxi provinces.

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Poyang Lake

Depending on the specific airway, a view of China's largest freshwater lake system in Jiangxi.

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Yangtze River Crossing

The flight path intersects the mighty Yangtze River, often visible near the Anhui or Jiangsu borders.

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Jiaozhou Bay Bridge

On final approach, view the massive engineering feat of the bridge spanning the bay west of Qingdao.

Sit on the left for better views of the dense inland cities and the vast agricultural landscapes of the North China Plain. This side is better for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun over the mainland.

Top Activities in Qingdao
Route Information

Distance: 1,672 km (1,039 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min

Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)

Arrival: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)

Route Type: International

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