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SHE → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Taoxian Airport (Shenyang) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Taihang Mountain ridges and the unique, heavily eroded landscapes of the Loess Plateau, especially during the descent into Xi'an.
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Taihang Mountains
Stunning views of the rugged mountain range that separates the plains from the high plateaus.
Liaoxi Corridor
The strategic mountainous pass between the Northeast and Central China, historically significant for the Great Wall.
Taiyuan Basin
The urban landscape of Taiyuan nestled between the Fen River and surrounding hills.
Loess Plateau
Incredible eroded 'broken land' terrain with deep gullies and terraced hills typical of northern Shaanxi.
Xi'an Urban Grid
The geometric layout of the ancient capital and the modern city skyline during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the deep ridges of the Loess Plateau. Keep your camera ready as you pass Taiyuan, as the transition from mountains to the plateau is visually striking. During the descent, look for the Qinling Mountains far to the south.
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Bohai Sea Coast
Distant views of the Liaodong Bay and the northern reaches of the Bohai Sea shortly after departure.
Tianjin & Tangshan
Aerial perspective of major industrial hubs and dense urban clusters in North China.
North China Plain
A massive patchwork of agricultural fields that stretches endlessly toward the southern horizon.
Yellow River Crossing
The winding course of the Yellow River is visible as the flight transitions into Shaanxi province.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Chinese plains and the sprawling industrial growth of the Bohai Economic Rim.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,515 km (941 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min
Departure: SHE (41.63980102539063, 123.48300170898438)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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