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TNA → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Yaoqiang Airport (Jinan) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery, featuring distant views of Mount Tai, the rugged southern Taihang Mountains, and the spectacular peaks of Mount Hua upon entering Shaanxi province.
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Jinan Cityscape
Aerial views of the 'City of Springs' and the urban layout of Shandong's capital shortly after takeoff.
Mount Tai (Taishan)
In clear weather, look south to see the distant silhouette of one of China's most sacred and historic mountains.
Taihang Mountains
Direct views over the jagged ridges and steep escarpments that define the border of the North China Plain.
Mount Hua (Huashan)
As the flight nears Xi'an, the sheer granite cliffs of Mount Hua are visible near the Wei River confluence.
Qinling Mountains
The massive east-west range that serves as the natural boundary between North and South China dominates the horizon on descent.
Book a window seat on the left (A/K depends on seat map, usually 'A') for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. The transition from the flat plains to the dramatic mountains near Tongguan is a highlight. Mount Hua is best spotted about 15-20 minutes before landing.
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Yellow River (Huanghe)
Witness the winding 'Mother River' of China as it carves through the landscape between Shandong and Henan.
Loess Plateau
Unique views of the highly eroded, yellow-silt landscape and traditional terraced farming patterns.
Linfen Basin
View the industrial and agricultural hubs located in the fertile valleys between the mountain ranges.
Wei River Valley
The flight follows the path of the Wei River as it leads directly into the ancient heart of Xi'an.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It offers better views of the distinct 'Loess' soil geography and the industrial heartlands of Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces. Keep an eye out for the large river bends.
Book Hotels in Xi'anDistance: 810 km (503 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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