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JIU → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Jiujiang Lushan Airport (Jiujiang) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the iconic Lushan Mountain range immediately after takeoff, followed by the rugged Dabie Mountains and the dramatic Taihang Mountains framing the Beijing skyline on arrival.
Lushan National Park
Breathtaking views of the mist-shrouded peaks and steep cliffs of Lushan shortly after departing from Jiujiang.
Dabie Mountains
Rugged ridges and deep valleys marking the transition between the Yangtze and Huai River basins.
North China Plain
A vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields and rural settlements stretching toward the horizon.
Shijiazhuang Cityscape
The dense urban center of Hebei's capital visible as you cruise northward.
Taihang Mountains
The dramatic western edge of the North China Plain, creating a stunning backdrop during the descent into Beijing.
Sit on the left for the best views of Lushan's peaks immediately after takeoff. On evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the Taihang Mountains during the final approach. Avoid sitting directly over the wing for the clearest view of the mountain ranges.
Poyang Lake
Views of China's largest freshwater lake to the east, especially vibrant during the summer high-water season.
Yangtze River Crossing
A glimpse of the massive 'Golden Waterway' and the industrial hubs clustered along its banks.
Yellow River
The iconic silty, golden-brown waters of the Mother River as it snakes through Henan and Shandong.
Tianjin Skyline
On clear days, the massive port city and its skyscrapers can be seen in the distance during the descent into PEK.
Beijing Capital Arrival
Excellent views of the sprawling terminal 3 architecture and the busy runways of one of the world's largest airports.
Choose the right side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for spotting the unique sediment colors of the Yellow River. Keep an eye out for Poyang Lake's shifting shorelines shortly after departure.
Distance: 1,181 km (734 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: JIU (29.476944, 115.801111)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: Domestic
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