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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular view of the Taihang mountain foothills and the dramatic transition into the rugged granite peaks of the Huangshan range during the final descent.

Right Side Highlights
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Taihang Mountains

A long, rugged mountain range that defines the western edge of the North China Plain.

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Yellow River Meanders

The iconic sediment-rich river carving a path through the landscape south of Beijing.

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Huizhou Villages

During the descent into Tunxi, look for traditional white-walled, black-tiled architecture unique to this region.

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Huangshan Granite Peaks

The legendary 'Yellow Mountain' peaks may be visible if the flight path approaches from the northwest, often surrounded by a sea of clouds.

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Southern Anhui Forests

The landscape changes from flat farmland to dense, lush green hills as you enter the Huangshan region.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the mountains from the west. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Huizhou countryside and the jagged peaks of Mount Huangshan.

Left Side Highlights
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Tianjin Metropolis

Visible shortly after departure from PEK, showcasing the vast urban sprawl of northern China's major port city.

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Bohai Gulf Coastline

On exceptionally clear days, the distant blue horizon of the Bohai Sea can be spotted to the east.

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Lake Weishan

A massive freshwater lake system in Shandong province, appearing as a cluster of shimmering blue patches.

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Lower Yangtze River

The wide, industrial artery of the Yangtze River as it flows through the plains of Anhui and Jiangsu.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to see the expansive river networks of the Huai River basin. During the winter, look for frozen patches on the northern lakes shortly after takeoff.

Top Activities in Huangshan
Route Information

Distance: 1,160 km (721 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min

Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)

Arrival: TXN (29.73329925537109, 118.25599670410156)

Route Type: Domestic

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