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NGB → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular coastal views shortly after takeoff, including the massive Hangzhou Bay Bridge and the distant Shanghai skyline, followed by the Bohai Sea coastline during descent.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
One of the longest trans-oceanic bridges in the world, visible almost immediately after departing Ningbo.
Shanghai Skyline
On clear days, the iconic towers of Lujiazui and the sprawl of Pudong are visible to the northeast.
Yangtze Estuary
The massive delta where the Yangtze River meets the East China Sea, showing distinct sediment patterns.
Yellow Sea Coastline
The flight path tracks the coastline of Jiangsu and Shandong, offering views of major port facilities.
Bohai Gulf
The inner sea of Northern China, often filled with cargo ships waiting to enter Tianjin or Qinhuangdao.
Tianjin Port
A massive industrial hub and gateway to Beijing, visible during the initial stages of the descent.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side as the sun illuminates the coastline and bridges. The Hangzhou Bay Bridge is the primary highlight; look for the 'S' shaped curve and the service island in the middle. During landing, watch for the dense urban grid of Tianjin and the massive logistics hubs surrounding the capital.
Taihu Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude near the Wuxi-Suzhou area.
Yangtze River Crossing
A view of the river's winding path inland, often dotted with heavy industrial shipping traffic.
Mount Tai
On clear days, the silhouette of this sacred mountain in Shandong province can be seen to the west.
Jinan Cityscape
The capital of Shandong Province, known for its springs, appears as the flight progresses north.
Western Hills of Beijing
The rugged mountain range that marks the edge of the North China Plain during the final descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. Keep an eye out about 20 minutes after takeoff for the expansive silver surface of Taihu Lake. In winter, the snow-capped peaks of the Western Hills provide a stunning backdrop for the approach into PEK.
Distance: 1,223 km (760 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: Domestic
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