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TPE → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal geography, island clusters, and views of major metropolitan hubs along the East China Sea, including the Yangtze River Delta and the Shandong Peninsula.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A stunning collection of hundreds of islands scattered in the East China Sea off the coast of Zhejiang.
Yangtze Delta & Shanghai
The world's largest urban cluster and the mouth of the Yangtze River, often visible on clear days.
Shandong Peninsula
Views of the rugged coastline around Qingdao and the expansive bays of the Yellow Sea.
Bohai Bay
The northernmost inner sea of China, often filled with cargo ships waiting to enter Tianjin or Dalian ports.
Beijing Cityscape
During the descent into PEK, the right side often provides a panoramic view of the CBD and the sprawling northern suburbs.
Choose this side for morning flights to get the best illumination of the coastline and islands. The Yangtze River Delta is a highlight; look for the massive sea bridges connecting the islands. During the approach to Beijing, this side typically offers the best view of the city's rapid urban expansion.
Taiwan Strait
Initial views of the blue waters separating Taiwan from the mainland shortly after departure from TPE.
Yangtze River Crossing
A view of the winding, massive waterway as the flight passes over the Anhui and Jiangsu border regions.
The Yellow River
The distinctive silty, yellowish-brown waters of the Huanghe visible as you enter the North China Plain.
Taihang Mountains
The eastern edge of the Loess Plateau and the rugged peaks visible to the west during the final cruise phase.
Sit on this side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight glare. Keep a keen eye out for the distinct color change when crossing the Yellow River near Jinan. This side provides a great perspective of the vast agricultural sprawl of the North China Plain.
Distance: 1,723 km (1,071 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 18 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: International
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