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PEK → SPN
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Saipan International Airport (Saipan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers views of the sprawling Chinese coastal industrial hubs, the main island of Okinawa, and the stunning turquoise lagoons and coral reefs of the Mariana Islands during the final descent.
Tianjin Port
One of the world's busiest ports and massive industrial zones visible shortly after departure.
Okinawa Island
Clear views of the largest island in the Ryukyu chain, including Naha city and various airbases.
Tinian Island
Saipan's sister island, famous for its WWII history, visible clearly as the aircraft begins its final descent.
Saipan Lagoon
Stunning views of the coral reefs and the tiny, white-sand Managaha Island just before touchdown.
Garapan Coastline
The main tourist hub of Saipan with its hotels and white beaches visible during the landing pattern.
This is the 'scenic side' for the arrival. Most approaches into Saipan International Airport circle from the north, placing the vibrant turquoise lagoon and Tinian Island directly in your line of sight. Sit ahead of the wing for the best views of the coral formations.
Beijing Urban Sprawl
Expansive views of the capital's massive grid-like urban layout immediately after takeoff from PEK.
Bohai Gulf
The northernmost branch of the Yellow Sea, often filled with large cargo vessels and maritime traffic.
Northern Ryukyu Islands
Distant volcanic islands stretching toward the Japanese mainland visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Pacific Sunrise
On red-eye flights, this side provides an unobstructed and spectacular view of the sun rising over the open ocean.
Choose this side if you are on an overnight flight to enjoy the sunrise over the Pacific. During the first 20 minutes of flight, look for the Great Wall in the distant mountains to the north if the weather is exceptionally clear.
Distance: 3,959 km (2,460 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 39 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: SPN (15.119000000000002, 145.729004)
Route Type: International
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