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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior urban views including the skylines of Shenyang and Changchun, the vast Miyun Reservoir, and the most dramatic approach over the Songhua River into Harbin.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Miyun Reservoir

The 'Pearl of Yanshan' is clearly visible as a massive blue expanse against the brown mountains north of Beijing.

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Shenyang Skyline

Mid-flight views of the dense urban center and industrial zones of Liaoning's capital city.

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Changchun Urban Area

Clear views of China's automotive capital and its distinct grid-like urban planning during cruise descent.

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Songhua River Meanders

The iconic winding silver ribbons of the Songhua River as the flight enters the Harbin metropolitan area.

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Harbin Landmarks

On final approach, look for the unique architecture of the Harbin Opera House near the riverbanks.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun moves west, illuminating the Shenyang and Changchun skylines. In winter, this side offers a spectacular view of the frozen Songhua River, which appears as a solid white vein cutting through the landscape.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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The Great Wall

Visibility of the Gubeikou and Jinshanling sections winding through the Yanshan ridges shortly after takeoff from PEK.

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Yanshan Mountains

Rugged, high-altitude terrain north of Beijing providing sharp topographic relief early in the flight.

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Songnen Plain

A vast, colorful agricultural patchwork that dominates the landscape as the aircraft crosses into Heilongjiang.

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Horqin Borderlands

Distant views of the transition between the forests of the east and the steppe of Inner Mongolia.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare while photographing the Great Wall. Use a polarized filter to cut through the haze often present near the North China Plain.

Top Activities in Harbin
Route Information

Distance: 999 km (621 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min

Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)

Arrival: HRB (45.6234016418457, 126.25)

Route Type: Domestic

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