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KHH → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Kaohsiung International Airport (Kaohsiung) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular, close-up views of Taiwan's rugged Central Mountain Range immediately after takeoff, followed by a scenic approach over the Bohai Gulf.
Central Mountain Range
Incredible views of Taiwan's high peaks, often rising above a blanket of clouds shortly after departure from Kaohsiung.
Taipei Cityscape
Distal views of the Taipei basin and the northern coastline as the plane heads toward the East China Sea.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A stunning cluster of hundreds of islands near Ningbo visible during the transition to the mainland.
Bohai Gulf
The tranquil waters of the inner sea leading toward the major port city of Tianjin.
Beijing Approach
As the plane turns for its final descent, the vast urban expanse and architectural landmarks of the capital come into view.
The right side is unbeatable for the first 30 minutes of the flight to see Taiwan's geography. It is also the preferred side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. Look out for the massive offshore wind farms along the Jiangsu coast midway through the journey.
Taiwan Strait
Witness one of the world's busiest shipping lanes with numerous cargo vessels dotting the blue waters.
Yangtze River Delta
A sprawling network of canals, lakes, and dense urban development as you pass over the Jiangsu region.
Yellow River (Huanghe)
The iconic silty, brownish-yellow waters of China's second-longest river snaking toward the sea.
Mount Tai
On clear days, the silhouette of this sacred peak in Shandong province is visible in the distance.
Inland Sunset
On evening flights, the sun sets over the vast North China Plain, creating deep orange and purple horizons.
Choose the left side for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset, but be prepared for glare during the mid-afternoon. This side provides a better perspective of the internal geography and industrial heartland of Eastern China as you head north.
Distance: 1,978 km (1,229 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min
Departure: KHH (22.57710075378418, 120.3499984741211)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: International
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