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KWL → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (Guilin) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the southern Karst mountains to the massive Taihang Mountain range, as well as a better chance to see Beijing's urban core and the Great Wall during descent.
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Guilin Karst Peaks
Dramatic views of the iconic limestone 'sugarloaf' hills immediately after takeoff from Guilin.
Taihang Mountains
The massive mountain range that marks the boundary between the Loess Plateau and the North China Plain.
Yellow River Crossing
A clear view of the sediment-rich 'Mother River' of China as it cuts through the Henan plains.
Beijing Skyline
On clear days, the CBD skyscrapers including the CITIC Tower (China Zun) are visible during the descent into PEK.
Great Wall Sections
Depending on the approach pattern, sections of the Great Wall near the Ming Tombs may be visible in the distance.
Book an afternoon flight to see the sun illuminate the Taihang Mountains to the west. On the final approach into Beijing, keep your eyes peeled for the Olympic Park and the 'Bird's Nest' stadium if the flight path follows the typical southern route.
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Li River Valley
The winding path of the Li River as it flows south toward Yangshuo is visible shortly after departure.
Yangtze River at Wuhan
A view of the massive Yangtze River and the sprawling industrial landscape of the Wuhan metropolitan area.
North China Plain
A bird's-eye view of the vast agricultural grid and small villages that define the heart of China's grain production.
Beijing Daxing Airport
You might spot the distinct 'starfish' shape of the new Daxing Airport far to the south as you enter Beijing airspace.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. It provides a great perspective on the sheer scale of China's urban development in the central provinces and the massive infrastructure of the North China Plain.
Book Hotels in BeijingDistance: 1,761 km (1,094 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: KWL (25.21809959411621, 110.03900146484376)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: Domestic
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