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MRU → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (Plaisance) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic perspective of the Indian Ocean atolls and the majestic eastern edge of the Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau.
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Maldivian Atolls
Stunning white-sand rings and turquoise lagoons of the Maldives visible during the trans-oceanic crossing.
Eastern Himalayas
Breathtaking panoramas of snow-capped peaks and the high-altitude terrain of the Tibetan Plateau.
Hengduan Mountains
Deep river gorges and sharp ridges where the Sichuan basin meets the Tibetan highlands.
The Great Wall
Potential sightings of the mountain-top fortifications north of Beijing during the final descent into PEK.
The right side is the 'mountain side.' For the best views of the Himalayas, ensure your flight is during daylight hours and choose a seat away from the wing. During the descent into Beijing, the right side often provides glimpses of the Great Wall snaking across the ridges of the Taihang Mountains.
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Mauritian Lagoon
Aerial views of the vibrant coral reefs and turquoise waters of Blue Bay during the initial climb.
Arabian Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue ocean as the flight crosses the equator toward the Asian continent.
Loess Plateau
The distinctive yellow-brown terraced landscapes of North-Central China as you approach Beijing.
Xi'an Metropolitan Area
Possible views of the ancient capital region and the Wei River valley depending on the flight corridor.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Mauritian coastline during takeoff if departing toward the east. As you enter China, this side is better for viewing the unique erosion patterns of the Loess Plateau. For night flights, this side may offer views of the brightly lit cities in Central China.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 9,077 km (5,640 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 41 min
Departure: MRU (-20.430201, 57.683601)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: International
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