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Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing) to Xingyi Airport (Xingyi)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the North China Plain to the rugged Qinling Mountains and the spectacular 'Forest of Ten Thousand Peaks' near Xingyi.

Right Side Highlights
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Taihang Mountains

Witness the sharp escarpment of the Taihang range, marking the edge of the Loess Plateau.

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Loess Plateau

Observe the unique, highly eroded terraced landscapes and yellow soil of the Shanxi plateau.

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Qinling Mountains

Fly over the majestic Qinling range, the natural geographic boundary between North and South China.

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Sichuan Basin Edge

Look down upon the misty, cloud-covered edges of the Sichuan Basin as the terrain becomes increasingly vertical.

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Wanfenglin Karst

Experience the world-famous 'Forest of Ten Thousand Peaks,' a stunning landscape of thousands of cone-shaped karst hills.

The right side is superior for geological enthusiasts. The highlight is the approach into Xingyi; ask for a window seat to see the Wanfenglin karst formations. Afternoon flights are best to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the green peaks and mountain ridges.

Left Side Highlights
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Yellow River Crossing

View the massive, winding Yellow River as it flows through the Henan and Shanxi border regions.

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Central Plains Cities

Aerial views of the densely populated urban centers of the Central Plains, including Zhengzhou and Nanyang.

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Daba Mountains

Cross the lush, green slopes of the Daba Mountains as you enter the southwestern interior.

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Wujiang River

Spot the deep turquoise waters of the Wujiang River cutting through the Guizhou plateau.

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Malinghe Canyon

Glimpse the deep, dramatic scars of the Malinghe River Canyon shortly before landing in Xingyi.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get clear views of the Yellow River. This side is better for seeing the agricultural patterns of the North China Plain and the specific canyon formations near the destination.

Top Activities in Xingyi
Route Information

Distance: 1,951 km (1,212 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min

Departure: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)

Arrival: ACX (25.0863888889, 104.959444444)

Route Type: Domestic

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