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HRB → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiping Airport (Harbin) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a dramatic transition from the vast Songliao Plain to the rugged Yanshan Mountains, featuring potential sightings of the Great Wall during the descent into Beijing.
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Songnen Plain
Extensive agricultural landscapes characterized by vast rectangular fields and traditional rural settlements.
Horqin Sandy Land
The eastern edge of Inner Mongolia's desert regions, showing unique arid landforms and sand stabilization projects.
Yanshan Mountain Range
Dramatic, craggy peaks that rise sharply from the plains as the flight approaches the Beijing basin.
The Great Wall
Small sections of the northern Great Wall fortifications winding along the mountain ridges during the descent into PEK.
Miyun Reservoir
The massive blue expanse of Beijing's primary water source, surrounded by lush green hills.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the mountains. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight; the descent over the Yanshan Mountains offers the best chance to spot segments of the Great Wall near the Ming Tombs area. Seasonal tip: autumn provides vibrant red and gold foliage in the mountainous regions.
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Harbin Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the 'Ice City' and the winding Songhua River immediately after takeoff.
Changchun Industrial Hub
A clear view of the sprawling automotive manufacturing plants and urban grid of Jilin's capital.
Shenyang Skyline
The largest metropolitan area in Northeast China, visible as a dense cluster of skyscrapers and transport hubs.
Bohai Gulf Horizon
On clear days, the distant glint of the Bohai Sea and the coastal plains near Qinhuangdao are visible.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is better for urban enthusiasts wanting to spot the major provincial capitals of the Northeast. During winter, look for the frozen patterns on the Songhua River shortly after departure.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 999 km (621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: HRB (45.6234016418457, 126.25)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: Domestic
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