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Our Recommendation
7.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a prime view of the sacred Mount Tai shortly after takeoff and a more direct view of the Yellow River crossing before entering the Beijing-Tianjin corridor.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Tai (Tai Shan)

One of the most famous mountains in China, visible as a massive granite massif rising from the plains northeast of Jining.

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Yellow River Crossing

The iconic silty waters of the 'Mother River' as it snakes through the landscape toward the Bohai Sea.

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Tianjin Industrial Zone

The dense industrial and urban sprawl of the Tianjin municipality visible to the east during the approach phase.

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Beijing CBD Skyline

On clear days, the skyscrapers of the Central Business District, including the China Zun tower, appear during the final descent.

The right side is significantly more scenic for this route. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating Mount Tai perfectly. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes after takeoff from Jining for the best mountain views.

Left Side Highlights
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North China Plain

A vast, geometric tapestry of agricultural fields that defines the heart of China's farming region.

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Taihang Mountains

The distant, rugged ridge line marking the transition from the lowlands to the Loess Plateau in the west.

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Baoding Cityscape

A clear view of one of Hebei Province's major urban centers during the mid-flight cruise.

Choose the left side for afternoon or evening flights to watch the sun set over the Taihang Mountains. It is also the better side for seeing the outskirts of Beijing's Western Hills during the descent if the flight path approaches from the south.

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Route Information

Distance: 533 km (331 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 53 min

Departure: JNG (35.292778000000006, 116.346667)

Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)

Route Type: Domestic

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