OVB → PEK

Ob River & Novosibirsk

Aerial view of the massive Ob River winding through the Siberian landscape immediately after departure.

Ulaanbaatar

Depending on the specific airway, the Mongolian capital and its unique mix of Soviet-era blocks and ger districts may be visible.

Mongolian Steppe

Endless horizons of the central Mongolian grasslands, offering a stark contrast to the Siberian forests.

Yanshan Mountains

Craggy, steep peaks that define the northern border of the North China Plain.

Great Wall of China

Spectacular views of the Mutianyu and Jiankou sections snaking across mountain ridges during the descent into PEK.

Altai Foothills

The southeastern edges of the Altai range provide rugged terrain views during the first third of the flight.

Gobi Desert

Expansive views of the Gobi's gravel plains and occasional sand dunes as you cross southern Mongolia.

Inner Mongolian Wind Farms

Massive arrays of wind turbines dotting the landscape near the China-Mongolia border.

Guanting Reservoir

A large, scenic body of water located northwest of Beijing, often passed during the final approach.

Beijing Suburbs

The rapid transition from rural mountains to the dense, high-rise urban sprawl of northern Beijing.