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KOW → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Ganzhou Airport (Ganzhou) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for China's largest freshwater lake, Poyang Lake, and typically provides a better angle of the Beijing skyline and the Forbidden City during the final approach into Capital International Airport.
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Poyang Lake
Witness the vast expanse of China's largest freshwater lake, including its unique seasonal water level changes.
Yangtze River Basin
Cross the world's third-longest river near the busy river ports of Jiujiang or Anqing.
North China Plain
Intricate patterns of agricultural land and dense canal networks across Anhui and Henan.
Beijing CBD
During standard southern approaches, view the iconic China Zun tower and the central business district.
Olympic Park
Spot the Bird's Nest stadium and Water Cube as the plane maneuvers for landing at PEK.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for water bodies, specifically Poyang Lake shortly after takeoff. For the best views of the Beijing skyline, try to book an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the skyscrapers from the west. During winter, look for the frozen sections of the Yellow River.
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Luoxiao Mountains
Early in the flight, observe the rugged, lush ridges bordering Jiangxi and Hunan provinces.
Lushan Mountain
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its sea of clouds and historical significance near Jiujiang.
Yellow River Crossing
Aerial view of the 'Mother River' of China as it winds through the Henan plains.
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic cliffside vistas of the mountain range that separates the Loess Plateau from the North China Plain.
Shijiazhuang Cityscape
A clear view of the sprawling capital of Hebei province during the descent phase.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is excellent for viewing the dramatic transition from the southern hills to the northern mountainous frontiers near Beijing. Keep an eye out for the ancient temples of Mount Song if the flight path tracks slightly west.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,591 km (989 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: KOW (25.853333, 114.778889)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: Domestic
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