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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers dramatic views of the Yanshan Mountain range, potential glimpses of the Great Wall, and the transition from the industrial North China Plain to the vast Songnen Plain.

Left Side Highlights
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Taihang Mountains

Just after takeoff from Shijiazhuang, view the rugged eastern edges of the Taihang range.

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The Great Wall

Look for the winding fortifications of the Ming-era wall as you cross the Yanshan mountains north of Beijing.

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Yanshan Range

Stunning high-altitude views of the sharp ridgelines that separate the North China Plain from the plateau.

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Songnen Plain

The expansive agricultural heartland of the northeast, featuring distinct square field patterns.

Morning flights provide the best lighting for the mountain peaks. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 20-30 minutes into the flight for the Great Wall. In winter, this side offers the best views of the snow-covered Manchurian landscape.

Right Side Highlights
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Bohai Gulf Coast

Distant views of the northernmost rim of the Bohai Sea as the flight heads northeast.

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Tianjin Port

On clear days, the massive industrial sprawl and shipping lanes of the Tianjin-Tangshan port area are visible.

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Shenyang Cityscape

The dense urban center of Liaoning province's capital often appears midway through the journey.

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Liao River Delta

Intricate wetland patterns and river meanders where the Liao River flows into the sea.

Choose the right side for early morning flights to see the sunrise over the Bohai Sea. In autumn, look for the 'Red Beach' areas of Panjin near the Liao River Delta which display a unique crimson hue from the air.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,254 km (779 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min

Departure: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)

Arrival: HRB (45.6234016418457, 126.25)

Route Type: Domestic

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