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SJW → ZQZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Shijiazhuang Daguocun International Airport (Shijiazhuang) to Zhangjiakou Ningyuan Airport (Zhangjiakou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a continuous panorama of the massive Taihang mountain range, featuring rugged limestone peaks and the highest elevations in Hebei Province.
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Shijiazhuang Skyline
Aerial views of the provincial capital and its rapid urban expansion immediately after takeoff.
Taihang Mountains
A dramatic wall of mountains that marks the edge of the North China Plain, featuring sharp ridges and deep valleys.
Mt. Xiaowutai
The highest peak in Hebei Province, often capped with snow during the winter and spring months.
Vertical Canyons
Deep limestone gorges and steep cliffs that characterize the geological transition into the northern highlands.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunlight hitting the mountain ridges. This side is consistently scenic as the plane follows the mountain range northward toward the Bashang Plateau. Look for the sharp contrast between the flat plains and the rising peaks within the first 15 minutes.
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North China Plain
A vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields and industrial zones stretching toward the horizon.
Baoding City
Views of the historic city of Baoding and its surrounding suburban districts halfway through the flight.
Guanting Reservoir
A massive body of water located between Beijing and Zhangjiakou, serving as a major regional landmark.
The Great Wall
Remote sections of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall can be spotted snaking along the ridges during the final descent.
The right side is best for spotting the Guanting Reservoir and the Great Wall during the final approach. Afternoon flights provide better lighting for this side. Ensure you have a window seat away from the wing to catch the thin, winding line of the Great Wall on the ridges near Zhangjiakou.
Book Hotels in ZhangjiakouDistance: 274 km (170 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)
Arrival: ZQZ (40.7386016846, 114.930000305)
Route Type: Domestic
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