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PEK → WXN
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Wanxian Airport (Wanxian)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the arid Loess Plateau to the lush, jagged peaks of the Qinling Mountains, offering superior geological diversity.
Taihang Mountain Range
View the massive limestone cliffs and deep canyons that form the natural boundary of the North China Plain.
Loess Plateau Terraces
Intricate patterns of thousand-year-old agricultural terracing carved into the yellow silt hills of Shaanxi.
Qinling Mountains
The majestic 'Szechuan Alps' that separate North and South China, often capped with clouds or snow.
Wei River Valley
The cradle of Chinese civilization, visible as a fertile green strip between the rugged northern plateaus.
Daba Mountains Karst
Sharp, tooth-like karst formations and deep limestone valleys typical of the northern Chongqing border.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to get clear, front-lit views of the Loess Plateau's unique erosion patterns. Look for the distinct 'climatic divide' of the Qinling Mountains; you may see a clear line where the northern dust meets southern moisture. Bring a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the frequent haze over the North China Plain.
Beijing Southern Outskirts
Aerial view of the sprawling urban development and infrastructure connecting Beijing to the south.
Yellow River Meanders
Spot the sediment-rich waters of the Yellow River as it flows through the borders of Shanxi and Henan.
Shennongjia Canopy
Dense, high-altitude forest cover from one of China's most famous UNESCO World Heritage wilderness sites.
Yangtze River Confluence
Visuals of the winding Yangtze River as it approaches the Wanzhou district, often dotted with river traffic.
Wanzhou Cityscape
The densely packed skyscrapers of Wanzhou clinging to the steep hillsides along the river banks during final approach.
Sit on the left for better views of the Yangtze River's main artery as you descend into Wanzhou. Afternoon flights are preferable on this side to avoid the harsh western sun and capture the reflection of the river. Keep an eye out for the distinctive green-to-blue transition of the Hubei reservoirs.
Distance: 1,267 km (787 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: WXN (30.8017, 108.433)
Route Type: Domestic
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