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TAO → DQA
Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Saertu Airport (Daqing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic coastline of the Bohai Sea, the rugged terrain of the Liaodong Peninsula, and the unique industrial landscape of the Daqing oil fields during the final descent.
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Bohai Strait
Watch the transition from land to sea as the flight crosses the narrow strait separating the Shandong and Liaodong peninsulas.
Dalian Coastline
Spot the rugged cliffs and busy maritime traffic around the tip of the Liaodong Peninsula, a major shipping hub.
Songhua River Meanders
The intricate winding paths of the Songhua River system become visible as you enter the Heilongjiang province.
Daqing Oil Fields
The iconic 'nodding donkey' oil pumps and sprawling industrial infrastructure of China's largest oil field are visible just before landing.
Book a window seat on the right side for morning flights to avoid the sun's glare while capturing the coastline. Keep your camera ready during the last 20 minutes of the flight; the density of oil wells in the Daqing landscape is a unique sight not found on many other routes.
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Tianjin Urban Sprawl
View the massive industrial and residential density of one of Northern China's largest port cities as you fly north.
North China Plain
A patchwork of agricultural fields that transition from the temperate zones of Shandong into the fertile soils of the Northeast.
Yanshan Mountain Range
Distant views of the mountain ridges that historically served as a natural barrier for the Great Wall of China.
Zhalong Nature Reserve Edges
As the plane approaches Daqing, the western side reveals the vast, marshy wetlands known for being a crane habitat.
On late afternoon flights, the left side will experience direct sunlight, which may be harsh for photography but offers a beautiful golden hour glow over the Songnen Plain. It is the better side for viewing the expansive inland agricultural patterns of the Northeast.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,230 km (764 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Arrival: DQA (46.7463888889, 125.140555556)
Route Type: Domestic
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