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TAO → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a premium view of the sacred Mount Tai early in the flight and follows the scenic Wei River valley into the heart of ancient China during the final approach.
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Mount Tai
Spot the silhouette of this UNESCO World Heritage site and sacred peak approximately 30 minutes after takeoff.
Yellow River Meanders
The flight crosses the 'Mother River' multiple times, offering views of its silt-rich, winding course.
Zhengzhou Hub
A distant look at the massive urban and transportation network of this central Chinese metropolis.
Wei River Valley
Follow the green corridor that served as the cradle of Chinese civilization during the descent into Xi'an.
For morning departures, sit on the left to avoid the direct southern sun. Keep your eyes south about 25-35 minutes after leaving Qingdao for Mount Tai. On clear days, the Qinling Mountains are visible in the far distance during the final leg.
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Excellent views of the 'Spring City' and Daming Lake shortly after the plane reaches cruising altitude.
Taihang Mountains
The rugged ridge line of the Taihang range is visible to the north, marking the edge of the Loess Plateau.
Loess Plateau
View the world's most extensive yellow-earth landscape, featuring deep canyons and intricate terrace farming.
Industrial Heartland
Observe the vast industrial zones and infrastructure of Shandong and Shanxi provinces from above.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the dramatic erosion patterns of the Loess Plateau. This side offers the best perspective of the geological transition from the flat plains to the western highlands.
Book Hotels in Xi'anDistance: 1,072 km (666 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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