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NKG → SJW
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing) to Shijiazhuang Daguocun International Airport (Shijiazhuang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most geographically significant landmarks, including the sprawling Hongze Lake, the sacred peaks of Mount Tai, and the historic Yellow River crossing.
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Hongze Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive blue expanse early in the flight.
Mount Tai
The most famous of the Five Sacred Mountains of China, visible as a prominent massif in Shandong Province.
Yellow River
A clear view of the silt-heavy 'Mother River' as it winds through the North China Plain.
Jinan Cityscape
The capital of Shandong Province, known for its springs, visible near the midpoint of the route.
Grand Canal
Sections of the ancient man-made waterway that historically connected the north and south of China.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the landscape clearly without the sun's glare. Mount Tai is a must-see landmark; look for its distinctive silhouette approximately 40 minutes after takeoff. Keep your camera ready for the Yellow River crossing shortly after passing Mount Tai.
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Yangtze River Delta
Aerial views of the lush, water-rich landscape surrounding the departure from Nanjing.
Langya Mountains
Beautiful forested ridges in eastern Anhui visible shortly after takeoff.
North China Plain
A vast tapestry of agricultural fields stretching toward the horizon.
Taihang Mountains
Rugged mountain views to the west as the flight prepares for arrival in Shijiazhuang.
Sit on the left for evening flights to avoid the glare of the sun and to witness the sunset over the Taihang Mountains during the descent. It is also the better side for viewing the western outskirts of the industrial hubs in Henan and Hebei.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 820 km (510 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Arrival: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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