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Our Recommendation
8.6

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Tianjin port complex, the scenic islands of the Bohai Sea, and the iconic volcanic craters of eastern Jeju Island, including Seongsan Ilchulbong, during the final approach.

Left Side Highlights
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Tianjin Megalopolis

Aerial view of the massive urban sprawl and the Haihe River winding through Tianjin shortly after takeoff.

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Tianjin Port

One of the world's largest man-made ports, featuring vast container terminals and shipping traffic in the Bohai Gulf.

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Bohai Sea Archipelagos

Clusters of small islands and offshore oil platforms visible as the plane crosses the gulf toward Korea.

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Seongsan Ilchulbong

The 'Sunrise Peak' tuff cone, a UNESCO World Heritage site, visible on the eastern tip of Jeju during descent.

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Udo Island

A charming smaller island located off the coast of Jeju, famous for its white beaches and black lava cliffs.

Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the coastline. During the final 15 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the dramatic volcanic geography of eastern Jeju. If flying at night, the lights of the Shandong Peninsula cities provide a spectacular glowing grid to the north.

Right Side Highlights
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Hebei Industrial Coast

Detailed views of the heavy industrial developments and salt pans along the Huanghua coastline.

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Qingdao Peninsula

Glimpses of the rugged coastline of the Shandong Peninsula, including the iconic red-roofed architecture of Qingdao.

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Yellow Sea Shipping Lanes

High-altitude views of the busy maritime traffic entering and exiting the Chinese mainland.

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Hallasan Mountain

A majestic view of South Korea's highest peak, the central shield volcano that forms the core of Jeju Island.

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Jeju's Western Cliffs

The jagged volcanic rock formations and wind turbines along the Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating Hallasan Mountain perfectly. During the descent, you can often see the shadow of the aircraft projected onto the volcanic landscape. Be aware that seasonal dust (yellow dust) can sometimes obscure the view of the Shandong coast in spring.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,144 km (711 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min

Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)

Arrival: CJU (33.51129913330078, 126.49299621582033)

Route Type: International

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