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NAY → IQN
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing) to Qingyang Airport (Qingyang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the North China Plain to the rugged Taihang Mountains and the unique geological formations of the Loess Plateau.
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Beijing Western Hills
The rugged 'Xishan' range that forms the scenic backdrop of the capital city.
Taihang Mountain Core
Spectacular views of deep canyons, sharp limestone peaks, and ancient mountain passes.
Shanxi Loess Landforms
Incredible eroded landscapes featuring deep gullies and ridges unique to the Loess Plateau.
Luliang Mountains
Parallel mountain ridges that serve as a natural barrier between central and western China.
Qingyang Yuan
Massive flat-topped loess tablelands (Yuan) which are characteristic of the Gansu landscape.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic geological transitions. Morning flights offer high-contrast shadows that define the deep canyons of the Taihang Mountains. During the descent into Qingyang, look for the 'Yuan' landforms—they look like giant islands of flat land surrounded by eroded valleys. In winter, these ridges are beautifully outlined by light snow.
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Daxing Urban Sprawl
Bird's eye view of Beijing's rapid southern expansion and the Daxing district infrastructure.
Hebei Agricultural Plains
Vast, geometric patchwork of farmland extending across the North China Plain.
Shijiazhuang Skyline
A clear view of the dense urban center and industrial corridors of the Hebei provincial capital.
Taihang Escarpment
The sudden geographical rise where the flat plains meet the eastern edge of the mountain range.
Fen River Valley
The winding path of the Fen River as it flows through the fertile basins of Shanxi province.
The left side is best for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the contrast between the dusty plains and the rising mountains about 20-30 minutes into the flight. If flying at night, the urban clusters of Shijiazhuang and Taiyuan provide bright navigation points.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 889 km (552 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)
Arrival: IQN (35.799702, 107.602997)
Route Type: Domestic
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