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Which side of the plane to sit from Taiping Airport (Harbin) to Xuzhou Guanyin Airport (Xuzhou)?

Our Recommendation
7.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the North China Plain's iconic geography, including the winding Yellow River and the legendary peaks of Mount Tai during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Songnen Plain

Expansive views of one of China's most fertile agricultural zones shortly after takeoff from Harbin.

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Liaohe Delta

Watch for the wetlands and river networks where the Liao River meets the sea near Panjin.

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Bohai Gulf Sun Glint

Stunning reflections of sunlight over the western reaches of the Bohai Sea during midday flights.

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Yellow River Crossing

The 'Mother River' of China appears as a massive, silt-heavy serpent cutting through the Shandong landscape.

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Mount Tai (Taishan)

The most famous of the Five Great Mountains of China, visible as a prominent silhouette in the Shandong highlands.

The right side is significantly more scenic during the second half of the flight. For the best view of Mount Tai and the Yellow River, choose an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the western slopes. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the frequent regional haze over the North China Plain.

Left Side Highlights
6.5
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Harbin Departure

Aerial view of the 'Ice City' and the sprawling Songhua River winding through the urban landscape.

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Shenyang Skyline

Views of the industrial and commercial hubs of Liaoning's capital city as you head south.

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Bohai Sea Coast

Glancing the eastern coastline of the Liaodong Peninsula and the transition into the Bohai Gulf.

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Huabei Plain Grids

The intricate agricultural patterns of the North China Plain, showcasing organized rural land use.

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Linyi Urban Area

The logistics hub of Shandong Province is often visible shortly before the final approach into Xuzhou.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the coastal transitions. This side is better for spotting the dense urban clusters of Northeast China's industrial belt. Keep an eye out for the distinct geometric patterns of the salt pans near the Bohai coast.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,483 km (921 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min

Departure: HRB (45.6234016418457, 126.25)

Arrival: XUZ (34.059056, 117.555278)

Route Type: Domestic

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