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NKG → HRB
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing) to Taiping Airport (Harbin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior views of the East China coastline, the dramatic crossing of the Bohai Sea near Dalian, and a better perspective of the Songhua River during the final approach into Harbin.
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Purple Mountain
Lush green views of Nanjing's historic Zijin Mountain and the surrounding parklands during initial climb.
Dalian Coastline
Spectacular views of the Liaodong Peninsula tip, including the rugged coastline and the busy Port of Dalian.
Bohai Sea Crossing
The scenic transition as the plane flies over the narrowest part of the Bohai Strait between Yantai and Dalian.
Songhua River
A stunning view of the wide, winding Songhua River which defines the Harbin landscape, especially beautiful when frozen in winter.
The right side is ideal for coastal and water views. During the winter, look for the 'ice city' landscape—the frozen Songhua River is a highlight. For morning flights, this side will be very bright, so bring sunglasses. The approach into Harbin usually favors this side for a full view of the city center.
Book Hotels in HarbinYangtze River Bend
Aerial view of the massive Yangtze River winding through the Nanjing urban landscape shortly after departure.
Mount Tai
On clear days, the silhouette of the sacred Taishan mountain can be seen rising above the Shandong plains to the west.
Shenyang Metro
A clear view of the sprawling industrial and modern skyline of Shenyang, the largest city in Northeast China.
Northeast China Plain
Vast, organized agricultural grids that transform from vibrant green in summer to golden in autumn.
Sit on the left if you prefer inland landmarks and mountain silhouettes. This side is better for avoiding direct afternoon sun on Northbound flights, making it easier to take photos without glare. Watch for the change in terrain from the watery southern plains to the dryer, vast northern steps.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,670 km (1,038 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Arrival: HRB (45.6234016418457, 126.25)
Route Type: Domestic
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