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Which side of the plane to sit from Taiping Airport (Harbin) to Yuncheng Guangong Airport (Yuncheng)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic perspective of the rugged Taihang and Lüliang mountain ranges and the unique geological formations of the Loess Plateau as the flight moves south into Shanxi.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Greater Khingan Edge

Distant western horizons showing the transition to the high-altitude Mongolian plateau.

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Beijing Mountainous Border

Views of the rugged mountains surrounding the capital region, including sections of the Great Wall on clear days.

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Loess Plateau

The spectacular, deeply eroded yellow-earth landscape typical of Shanxi, featuring intricate terrace farming.

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Lüliang Mountains

Close-up views of the north-south mountain range with its distinct jagged peaks and deep valleys.

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Yellow River Great Bend

As you approach Yuncheng, watch for the massive sweeping curves of the Yellow River bordering Shanxi and Shaanxi.

The right side is superior for afternoon flights to capture the 'Golden Hour' lighting on the Loess Plateau's eroded ridges. Keep your camera ready during the final 30 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Yellow River and the unique terraced landscapes of southern Shanxi.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Harbin Songhua River

Aerial views of the winding Songhua River and the Harbin urban sprawl immediately after takeoff.

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Songliao Plain

Vast stretches of the Northeast China Plain, characterized by extensive agricultural grids and seasonal color shifts.

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Liaodong Bay

Distant views of the northernmost waters of the Bohai Sea and the coastal wetlands near Panjin.

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Eastern Taihang Ridges

The sharp transition where the mountains meet the North China Plain, offering deep shadows and dramatic relief.

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Fen River Valley

The lifeblood of Shanxi province, visible as a silver thread winding through the industrial and agricultural heartland.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct solar glare. This side provides better views of the transition between the flat plains and the rising mountains. In winter, look for the stark contrast between snow-covered fields and dark industrial cities.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,734 km (1,077 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min

Departure: HRB (45.6234016418457, 126.25)

Arrival: YCU (35.116391, 111.031388889)

Route Type: Domestic

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