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NAY → DSN
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing) to Ordos Ejin Horo Airport (Dongsheng)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for spotting segments of the Great Wall, the dramatic northern peaks of the Taihang range, and the striking golden dunes of the Kubuqi Desert upon approach.
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Great Wall Sections
Look for the Ming-era Great Wall snaking along the mountain ridges northwest of Beijing.
Mount Wutai Distant Peaks
On clear days, the high-altitude peaks of the sacred Wutai Shan are visible to the northwest.
Kubuqi Desert Dunes
Spectacular views of rolling sand dunes as the plane enters the Inner Mongolian plateau.
Baotou Industrial Horizon
The industrial skyline and energy infrastructure of the northern Ordos region.
Hetao Plain
The green agricultural contrast of the 'Great Bend' irrigation area against the desert sands.
Choose the right side for the most dramatic geographic transitions. The highlight is the contrast between the jagged Taihang mountains and the soft sand dunes of the Kubuqi. Afternoon flights offer excellent lighting on the desert dunes, creating long shadows that emphasize their height and texture.
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Beijing Southern Suburbs
Expansive views of Beijing's southern expansion and the sprawling logistics hubs near Daxing.
Taihang Ridges
Aerial perspective of the steep eastern escarpment of the Taihang Mountain range.
Loess Plateau Terraces
Intricate patterns of terraced farming carved into the yellow silt hills of Shanxi province.
Yellow River Bend
A view of the mighty Yellow River as it snakes through the arid landscape of the Ordos Loop.
Sit on the left during morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Look for the unique 'S-curves' of the Yellow River approximately 45 minutes into the flight. This side is also better for seeing the modern urban layout of Kangbashi during the final descent.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 560 km (348 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)
Arrival: DSN (39.49, 109.861388889)
Route Type: Domestic
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