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PEK → TYN
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the North China Plain to the rugged Taihang Mountains, including the iconic Western Hills of Beijing and a closer perspective of the Loess Plateau as you enter Shanxi.
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Beijing Western Hills
Immediately after takeoff, see the sharp rise of the mountains that mark the edge of the Beijing basin.
Taihang Range
The 'spine' of Northern China, featuring deep gorges, sheer cliffs, and jagged ridges as you cross into Shanxi.
Loess Plateau
The unique yellow-earth topography of Shanxi, showing intricate erosion patterns and ancient agricultural terracing.
Taiyuan City
A direct view of the industrial and modern skyline of Taiyuan as the flight aligns with the runway at TYN.
The right side is highly recommended for the dramatic mountain scenery. For the best clarity, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the Taihang Mountains. In winter, the snow-capped ridges are particularly stunning against the brown landscape.
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Aerial view of the southern sprawling suburbs and the massive infrastructure connecting the capital to the south.
North China Plain
The vast, flat agricultural heartland of China, characterized by a patchwork of fields and rural settlements.
Shijiazhuang Skyline
The dense urban center of Hebei's provincial capital is often visible mid-flight depending on the specific airway.
Fen River Valley
The lifeblood of Shanxi province, visible as the plane descends into the Taiyuan basin.
Sit on the left if you want to see the endless expanse of the North China Plain. This side is better for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the mountains, though haze can frequently limit visibility over the plains.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 429 km (267 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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