TAE → PEK

Palgongsan Mountain

Dramatic views of the peaks and temples of Palgongsan immediately north of Daegu after takeoff.

Sobaek Mountains

Rugged, forest-covered ridges of central Korea stretching toward the horizon.

North Korean Horizon

On clear days, the distant coastline and mountains of North Korea are visible to the far north.

Great Wall of China

Sections of the wall near Miyun or Huairou can often be spotted if the flight enters PEK from the north.

Olympic Park

Clear views of the Bird's Nest and Water Cube stadiums on final approach if landing from the north.

Nakdong River

Aerial view of South Korea's longest river as the flight departs Daegu and heads west.

West Sea Islands

Scattered islets and tidal flats along the South Korean western coastline near Incheon.

Bohai Bay Traffic

Dense maritime shipping lanes and cargo vessels visible as you cross the Yellow Sea into Chinese airspace.

Tianjin Skyline

The massive urban sprawl and industrial zones of Tianjin Binhai New Area during the initial descent.