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PEK → CJJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513) (Chongju)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it typically offers views of the Seoul Metropolitan area and the dramatic granite peaks of northern South Korea during the approach to Cheongju.
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Eastern Beijing
Aerial view of the rapid urban expansion in Tongzhou and the eastern suburbs of the Chinese capital.
Bohai Bay Coast
The transition from the North China Plain to the waters of the Bohai Sea near Qinhuangdao.
Seoul Skyline
On clear days, the Lotte World Tower and the dense urban sprawl of Seoul are visible to the north.
Bukhansan National Park
Rugged granite mountains and forested valleys that border the northern edge of the Seoul capital area.
Cheongju Cityscape
A close-up view of Cheongju's industrial and residential districts during the final approach.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. During the autumn months (October-November), look for the vibrant red and orange foliage on the Korean mountainsides as you descend. Ensure you look out about 20 minutes before landing to catch the Seoul metropolitan area.
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Tianjin Binhai
The massive industrial port complexes and shipping lanes of Tianjin visible to the south.
Yellow Sea Islands
An array of small, rocky islands and fishing vessels scattered across the Yellow Sea.
Taean Peninsula
The jagged and beautiful coastline of South Korea's west coast, featuring numerous bays and inlets.
Chungcheong Farmlands
The geometric patterns of rice paddies and agricultural greenhouses in the heart of South Korea.
Seosan Industrial Hub
Major petrochemical and manufacturing complexes along the western coastline during the inland turn.
Choose the right side for afternoon or evening flights to witness stunning sunsets over the Yellow Sea. This side offers a better view of the unique 'Rias' coastline of western Korea, characterized by its complex shoreline and mudflats. Keep an eye out for the Saemangeum Seawall in the distance to the south.
Book Hotels in ChongjuDistance: 1,021 km (634 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: CJJ (36.717008, 127.498741)
Route Type: International
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