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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior variety of dramatic landscapes, including the Altay Mountains, the Gobi Desert, and a spectacular descent over the dense urban clusters of the Pearl River Delta.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Altay Mountains

Snow-capped peaks where the borders of Russia, Kazakhstan, China, and Mongolia meet.

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Gobi Desert

Striking views of the vast arid plains and orange dunes of Southern Mongolia and Northern China.

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Qilian Mountains

Dramatic glacial peaks marking the northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau.

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Yellow River

The iconic silty waters of the Huang He winding through the unique Loess Plateau.

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Pearl River Delta

One of the most densely populated areas on earth, featuring the skylines of Guangzhou and Shenzhen.

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South China Sea

Tropical islands and busy shipping lanes during the final approach into Hong Kong.

The right side is ideal for morning arrivals as the sun will be behind the aircraft, providing perfect lighting for the Chinese interior. This side also offers the best views of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge during the final descent into HKG.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Moscow Cityscape

Bird's-eye view of Moscow's urban sprawl and the surrounding green belt shortly after takeoff.

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Northern Ural Mountains

The ancient mountain range serving as the natural boundary between Europe and Asia.

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Ob River System

Massive, winding river channels and wetlands cutting through the West Siberian Plain.

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Siberian Taiga

Endless stretches of dense coniferous forest that define the vast Russian wilderness.

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Lake Baikal

If the flight path trends north, the world's deepest lake is visible with its crystal-clear waters.

Choose the left side for potential views of Lake Baikal and for the best chance to spot the Aurora Borealis during winter night flights. Most flights arrive in the morning, so the sun will be on this side, making photos harder without a glare filter.

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Route Information

Distance: 7,137 km (4,435 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 24 min

Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)

Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)

Route Type: International

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