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SJW → CGQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Shijiazhuang Daguocun International Airport (Shijiazhuang) to Longjia Airport (Changchun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the North China Plain to the Northeast, featuring the Bohai Sea coastline and the historic meeting point of the Great Wall and the sea.
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Bohai Sea Coastline
Panoramic views of the Liaodong Bay where the blue waters meet the industrial ports of northern China.
Shanhaiguan
The historic 'First Pass Under Heaven' where the Great Wall of China dramatically meets the Bohai Sea.
Qinhuangdao Port
One of China's busiest energy ports, visible with numerous cargo ships anchored in the yellow-blue waters.
Liao River Delta
Intricate patterns of river braids and wetlands as the Liao River empties into the sea near Panjin.
For the best experience, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the coastline. The highlight is Shanhaiguan, usually visible about 35-45 minutes after takeoff; look for the distinct line of the Great Wall tracing the ridge towards the shore.
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Yanshan Mountains
The rugged southern edge of the Mongolian Plateau visible as you head northeast from Shijiazhuang.
Shenyang Urban Area
A sprawling view of the capital of Liaoning province, highlighting its industrial architecture and dense city grid.
Songliao Plain
Endless stretches of fertile black soil farmland that define the agricultural heartland of Northeast China.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the western reaches of the Liaoning hills which provide beautiful shadows during the golden hour.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,117 km (694 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)
Arrival: CGQ (43.9962005615, 125.684997559)
Route Type: Domestic
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