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PEK â DYG
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Dayong Airport (Dayong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic view of China's shifting topography, from the rugged Taihang Mountains to the iconic karst peaks of Zhangjiajie during the final descent.
Taihang Mountains
A stunning mountain range that forms the boundary between the North China Plain and the Loess Plateau.
Funiu Mountain Range
Rugged terrain in western Henan featuring deep valleys and high peaks that stand out against the horizon.
Wulingyuan Karst Peaks
The UNESCO-listed sandstone pillars begin to appear as the flight descends toward Zhangjiajie.
Tianmen Mountain
The iconic natural arch 'Heaven's Gate' and the winding 99-bend mountain road are often visible during the approach.
The right side is essential for scenic photography. During sunset flights, the mountains are bathed in golden light. Pay close attention during the last 15 minutes of flight for the world-famous vertical pillars of Zhangjiajie and the distinct profile of Tianmen Mountain.
Beijing Metropolis
Aerial views of the sprawling capital and the central business district shortly after takeoff from PEK.
Yellow River Crossing
The massive, silt-heavy 'Mother River' of China winding through the North China Plain near Zhengzhou.
Zhengzhou Urban Area
A clear view of one of China's most important transport hubs and its dense urban grid in Henan province.
Dongting Lake Basin
Distal views of the lush, watery landscape leading toward the Yangtze River's southern floodplains.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It is ideal for those interested in the massive scale of Chinese urban infrastructure and the vast agricultural plains of central China.
Distance: 1,343 km (835 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: DYG (29.1028, 110.443001)
Route Type: Domestic
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