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PEK → BHY
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Beihai Airport (Beihai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, transitioning from the dramatic Taihang Mountain ranges to the iconic karst limestone peaks of Guangxi during the descent.
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic views of the rugged mountain range that forms the boundary between the North China Plain and the Loess Plateau.
Henan Farmlands
A geometric patchwork of agricultural fields that changes colors dramatically between planting and harvest seasons.
Wuling Mountain Range
Dense, green mountain terrain as the flight heads south into the more mountainous regions of Hunan and Guangxi.
Guilin Karst Topography
The highlight of the route: spectacular views of the world-famous limestone 'sugar-loaf' mountains as the plane begins its descent.
Silver Beach Coastline
A stunning view of the white sands of Beihai's famous Silver Beach and the South China Sea just before landing.
The right side is highly recommended for the descent into Beihai. For the best photography of the karst mountains, choose a late afternoon flight when the low sun creates long shadows and highlights the contours of the peaks. Ensure your window is clean, as the karst views appear about 20-30 minutes before touchdown.
Tianjin & Bohai Rim
Aerial views of the massive urban sprawl of Tianjin and the distant shimmering waters of the Bohai Bay shortly after takeoff.
Yellow River Crossing
A clear view of the silt-heavy 'Mother River' as the flight path cuts across the North China Plain.
Wuhan Yangtze Reach
The flight often passes east of Wuhan, offering views of the wide Yangtze River and its network of bridges and shipping lanes.
Dongting Lake Basin
Vast wetlands and agricultural patterns surrounding one of China's largest freshwater lakes in the Hunan province.
Beihai Industrial Port
During the final approach, look for the busy maritime activities and shipping containers at the Beihai port facilities.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for observing the massive scale of China's eastern river systems and the dense urban centers of the central plains. Keep an eye out for the Yangtze River crossing roughly halfway through the flight.
Distance: 2,174 km (1,351 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: BHY (21.5394, 109.293999)
Route Type: Domestic
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