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PEK → NGB
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of China's iconic river systems, including a clear crossing of the Yellow River and a spectacular perspective of the Hangzhou Bay Bridge during the final descent into Ningbo.
Beijing Urban Core
Panoramic views of the capital's sprawl, including the Olympic Park and the Western Hills in the distance.
Yellow River Crossing
A distinct view of the 'Mother River' of China as it meanders through the Shandong province.
Taihu Lake
A stunning look at one of China's largest freshwater lakes near the city of Suzhou.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
The highlight of the trip: a 36-kilometer-long S-shaped cross-sea bridge visible during descent.
Siming Mountains
Lush green peaks on the western outskirts of Ningbo visible just before touchdown.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset without the glare being directly in your window. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the Hangzhou Bay Bridge, as it is one of the most impressive engineering feats visible from the air in this region.
Beijing Suburbs
Aerial view of Tongzhou district and the northern terminus of the Grand Canal shortly after takeoff.
Bohai Gulf Horizon
On clear days, the distant coastline of the Bohai Sea is visible to the east as the plane heads south.
Yangtze River Estuary
Views of the massive river mouth and the busy shipping lanes entering the East China Sea.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A glimpse of the numerous islands scattered along the Zhejiang coast during the approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to see the sunrise over the East China Sea. During the landing phase, this side provides a better view of the industrial port areas of Ningbo, which are among the busiest in the world.
Distance: 1,223 km (760 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Route Type: Domestic
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