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Which side of the plane to sit from Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing) to Tongliao Airport (Tongliao)?

Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior mix of coastal geography, including the Bohai Sea coastline, major port infrastructures, and the unique seasonal colors of the Liao River wetlands.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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Bohai Sea Coast

Observe the meeting point of land and sea with heavy maritime traffic and offshore oil platforms.

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Tianjin Binhai Area

A spectacular view of one of China's most massive industrial port complexes and the Haihe River mouth.

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Panjin Red Beach

During autumn months, look for the striking crimson hue of the Sueda salsa wetlands in the Liao River Delta.

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Liaodong Bay

In deep winter, this side offers views of the sea ice formations along the northernmost reach of the Bohai Sea.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct western sun glare. Keep your camera ready about 45-60 minutes after takeoff for the coastline. In September or October, the Red Beach near Panjin is a vibrant geographic highlight unique to this route.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Huai River Basin

View the dense agricultural network and the winding river that serves as the traditional North-South divide of China.

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Jinan & Yellow River

Aerial view of the 'City of Springs' and the characteristic silty brown waters of the Yellow River.

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Yanshan Ridges

Rugged mountain terrain appearing as the flight exits the North China Plain heading into the highlands.

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Horqin Grassland

The landscape transitions into the vast, open steppes and sand dunes characteristic of eastern Inner Mongolia.

Choose this side for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the distant Taihang Mountains. It is also the better side for viewing the sheer scale of urban sprawl across the North China Plain during clear winter days.

Top Activities in Tongliao
Route Information

Distance: 1,346 km (836 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min

Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)

Arrival: TGO (43.556702, 122.199997)

Route Type: Domestic

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