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PEK → WUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Taihang Mountain range running parallel to the flight path and a direct perspective of the iconic Yellow River crossing.
Taihang Mountains
A massive mountain range forming a natural wall to the west, especially stunning during the first half of the flight.
Shijiazhuang City
A clear view of the layout of the Hebei provincial capital situated at the foot of the mountains.
Yellow River Crossing
A highlight of the trip, seeing the silt-heavy, golden-brown waters of the Huang He winding through the landscape.
Dabie Mountains
Rugged, green peaks marking the transition into the Yangtze River basin during the descent phase.
Wuhan City Approach
Views of the sprawling 'Three Towns of Wuhan' and the Yangtze River as the plane lines up for landing at Tianhe.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Taihang Mountains. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the Yellow River crossing. In winter, the snow-capped peaks of the western mountains provide a beautiful contrast against the plains.
Langfang Urban Area
Bird's-eye view of the rapidly expanding urban clusters between Beijing and Tianjin shortly after takeoff.
North China Plain
The vast, flat agricultural heartland of China stretching towards the eastern horizon.
Yellow River Delta
On very clear days, the distant shimmering waters where the Yellow River flows toward the Bohai Sea.
Jinan Cityscape
The capital of Shandong Province visible as a major industrial and residential hub.
Nansi Lake
One of the largest freshwater lakes in North China, appearing as a series of connected blue patches.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side provides an expansive view of the industrial development of the eastern provinces. Look for the distinct change in landscape from the dry northern plains to the more water-abundant regions of Anhui as you fly south.
Distance: 1,056 km (656 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Route Type: Domestic
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