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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of China's diverse topography, featuring the majestic Mount Tai and the expansive shimmering waters of Lake Taihu during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
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Taihang Mountains

The rugged peaks of the Taihang range create a dramatic western skyline during the first half of the flight.

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Mount Tai

The most sacred of China's Five Great Mountains, easily identifiable by its prominent granite summit.

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Lake Taihu

A massive, sparkling freshwater lake that serves as a landmark while passing the Yangtze River Delta.

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Siming Mountain Range

Lush, green forested peaks and reservoirs visible as the plane descends into the Zhejiang region.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights when the sun illuminates the mountains of Shandong and Zhejiang. Keep a close eye out approximately 30-40 minutes into the flight for the silhouette of Mount Tai. Window seats forward of the wing are recommended to capture the best photos of Lake Taihu.

Left Side Highlights
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Shijiazhuang Urban Area

An expansive aerial view of the Hebei provincial capital immediately after takeoff.

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North China Plain

A vast geometric patchwork of agricultural fields stretching toward the eastern horizon.

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Yellow River Delta

Distant views of the sediment-rich Yellow River as it flows toward the Bohai Sea.

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Hangzhou Bay Bridge

One of the world's longest trans-oceanic bridges visible during the final approach into Ningbo.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is particularly scenic during the final approach as it provides a wider perspective of the Ningbo-Zhoushan port infrastructure.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,127 km (700 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min

Departure: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)

Arrival: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)

Route Type: Domestic

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