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Which side of the plane to sit from Qiqihar Sanjiazi Airport (Qiqihar) to Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse landscape transition from the Inner Mongolian grasslands into the dramatic peaks of the Yan Mountains, often providing views of Great Wall sections during the descent into Beijing.
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Greater Khingan Foothills
The western horizon is dominated by the southern reaches of China's most significant forest mountain range.
Horqin Grassland
View the transition from fertile plains to the semi-arid steppe and sandy lands of Inner Mongolia.
Yan Mountain Range
As the plane approaches Beijing, the terrain becomes rugged with steep, craggy peaks and deep valleys.
Ancient Great Wall
On a clear day, look closely at the mountain ridges north of Beijing to spot the winding stone fortifications of the Great Wall.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the Yan Mountains, creating long shadows that reveal the Great Wall's path. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes before landing, as the descent over the mountains offers the most dramatic photographic opportunities. Visibility is best in autumn when the air is crisp and clear.
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Zhalong Nature Reserve
Just south of Qiqihar, look down for the intricate water networks of this world-famous red-crowned crane sanctuary.
Songnen Plain Agriculture
Witness the vast, organized 'Black Soil' farmlands that serve as one of China's primary grain belts.
Liao River Basin
The industrial and urban clusters of the Northeast corridor become visible as the flight heads toward the Hebei border.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The landscape is flatter here, so focus on the geometric patterns of the agricultural fields and the silver reflections from the Liao River tributaries. During the winter, the snow-covered plains provide a stark, beautiful contrast to the urban centers.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,027 km (638 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: NDG (47.239601135253906, 123.91799926757812)
Arrival: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)
Route Type: Domestic
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