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PEK → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of China's major river systems and provides the iconic urban panoramic view of Shenzhen and Hong Kong during the descent.
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Beijing Cityscape
Shortly after takeoff, view the sprawling capital and the Olympic Park landmarks if visibility allows.
The Yangtze River
Aerial perspective of Asia's longest river near the Hubei and Jiangxi border regions.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, which changes dramatically in size between dry and wet seasons.
Shenzhen Skyline
A spectacular view of the Ping An Finance Centre and the dense skyscraper clusters of the Pearl River Delta.
Victoria Harbour
On a standard approach, catch the world-famous skyline of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
Pearl River Delta
The complex network of waterways, bridges, and busy shipping lanes connecting the Greater Bay Area.
The right side is the 'gold standard' for the Hong Kong arrival. Aim for an afternoon flight for dramatic lighting on the Shenzhen and Hong Kong skylines. Ensure your seat is away from the wing to fully capture the verticality of the cities during the final turn into HKG.
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North China Plain
Expansive views of the agricultural heartland and geometric farm patterns across Hebei province.
Yellow River Crossing
A clear view of the silt-heavy 'Mother River' of China as it winds through the northern plains.
Luoxiao Mountains
Dense, green mountain ranges along the border of Jiangxi and Hunan provinces.
East Shenzhen
Glimpses of the massive port facilities and high-rises in the eastern districts of Shenzhen.
Lantau Island
Beautiful coastal views of the Big Buddha and the mountainous terrain of Lantau right before touchdown.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is better if the flight approaches from the west, offering views of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge.
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Get eSIMs for Hong KongDistance: 1,992 km (1,238 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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