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PEK → ZUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (Zhuhai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Pearl River Delta, the massive Poyang Lake, and a better angle for spotting the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge during the descent into Zhuhai Jinwan Airport.
Bohai Bay & Tianjin
During the initial climb, catch glimpses of the coast where the North China Plain meets the Bohai Sea.
Yellow River Basin
The flight crosses the lower reaches of the Yellow River, showcasing its unique silt-heavy waters and agricultural surroundings.
Poyang Lake
As you pass over Jiangxi, look for China's largest freshwater lake, which changes size dramatically based on the season.
Pearl River Delta Urban Sprawl
A dense network of skyscrapers and factories as you enter the airspace of Dongguan, Shenzhen, and Huizhou.
HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
On final approach, you can often see the world's longest sea-crossing bridge stretching across the Lingdingyang waters.
Book a window seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the PRD urban cluster. On morning flights, the sun will be on the left, so mid-afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography without glare. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 80-90 minutes into the flight for Poyang Lake.
Taihang Mountains
Shortly after takeoff, view the rugged western boundary of the North China Plain to the west of the flight path.
Yangtze River Crossing
Cross the mighty Yangtze River, typically between the major cities of Wuhan and Jiujiang.
Nanling Mountains
Fly over the dense, forested ridges that form the natural border between Central China and the southern coast.
Guangzhou & Foshan
Spot the sprawling metropolis of Guangzhou, including the Canton Tower, if the flight path tracks slightly west.
Zhuhai West Coast
View the rugged coastline and numerous small islands dotting the South China Sea as you prepare for landing.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the inland mountains. Watch for the dramatic transition from the flat plains to the jagged Nanling ranges as you cross into Guangdong province. The Yangtze River crossing is the primary highlight to watch for mid-flight.
Distance: 2,032 km (1,263 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: ZUH (22.006399, 113.375999)
Route Type: Domestic
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