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PEK โ TAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Tashkent International Airport (Tashkent)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic terrain in Central Asia, featuring the towering peaks of the Qilian and Tianshan ranges and the edges of the Taklamakan Desert.
Taihang Mountains
Visible shortly after takeoff, these rugged peaks mark the transition from the North China Plain.
Qilian Mountains
Spectacular views of snow-capped peaks and glaciers along the Hexi Corridor in Gansu Province.
Taklamakan Desert Fringe
The vast, shifting sands of one of the world's largest deserts visible to the south.
Southern Tianshan Range
Incredible views of high-altitude ridges and the massive glaciers of the 'Heavenly Mountains'.
Fergana Valley
A lush, green contrast to the surrounding mountains as the flight descends toward Tashkent.
For the best photography, opt for a flight departing Beijing in the late morning. This places the sun high or slightly behind, illuminating the Tianshan glaciers without causing excessive glare. Seasonal snow cover is most dramatic from October to May.
Gobi Desert
Expansive views of the rocky and sandy landscapes of Inner Mongolia and northern Gansu.
Hexi Corridor
The ancient Silk Road path visible between the desert to the north and mountains to the south.
Northern Tianshan
The rugged northern slopes of the Tianshan range near the border with Kazakhstan.
Tashkent Cityscape
A full view of the Uzbek capital's layout and green belts during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for travelers who want to avoid direct sunlight for the majority of the westbound journey. It provides better views of the vast arid basins and the industrial landscapes of Xinjiangโs northern regions.
Distance: 3,942 km (2,449 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 38 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: TAS (41.257900238000005, 69.2811965942)
Route Type: International
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