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

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a more dramatic topographical experience, featuring the iconic Mount Tai, the rugged Dabie Mountains, and the stunning Thousand Island Lake during the descent into Quzhou.

Right Side Highlights
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Taihang Mountains

The silhouette of this massive range is often visible on the western horizon during the first half of the flight.

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Mount Tai

The most sacred of the Five Great Mountains of China, rising prominently from the surrounding plains in Shandong.

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Dabie Mountains

Lush, forested mountain terrain visible as the flight path crosses into the Anhui/Zhejiang border region.

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Qiandao Lake

The 'Thousand Island Lake' is a breathtaking sight of turquoise water and emerald islands during the Quzhou approach.

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Zhejiang Tea Hills

Terraced hills and verdant tea plantations characteristic of the Quzhou and western Zhejiang landscape.

Morning flights are ideal for the right side to catch the sun illuminating the mountain peaks. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of flight for the best views of Qiandao Lake's unique island formations.

Left Side Highlights
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Beijing Southern Corridor

Aerial views of the rapidly developing Daxing district and the northern reaches of the Hebei plain.

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Grand Canal

Segments of the ancient world's longest artificial river visible snaking through the eastern provinces.

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Yellow River Crossing

A spectacular view of the wide, sediment-rich Yellow River as it flows through Shandong province.

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Yangtze River Delta

The intricate network of canals and smaller lakes characteristic of the fertile lower Yangtze region.

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Huai River Basin

A mosaic of agricultural fields and water management systems marking the transition between North and South China.

Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side offers better views of the vast agricultural patterns of the North China Plain and the industrial hubs near the coast.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,225 km (761 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)

Arrival: JUZ (28.965799, 118.899002)

Route Type: Domestic

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