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TPE → URC
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (Urumqi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the iconic Qilian Mountains and the legendary Bogda Peak during the final approach into Urumqi.
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Yellow River
Spectacular aerial views of the winding 'Mother River' as it snakes through the arid northern plains.
Qilian Mountains
Continuous vistas of massive glaciers and snow-capped peaks rising over 5,000 meters along the Gansu corridor.
Gobi Desert
The vast, desolate beauty of the Gobi, featuring shifting dunes and ancient Silk Road trade routes.
Bogda Peak
The majestic, ice-crowned summit of the eastern Tianshan range, serving as a landmark for the descent into Urumqi.
Choose a window seat on the right for the most dramatic entry into Urumqi. For late afternoon flights, you will witness a stunning sunset over the desert horizons. Winter and early spring provide the most impressive snow coverage on the Qilian and Tianshan ranges.
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Taiwan Strait
Expansive views of the turquoise waters and coastal fishing fleets shortly after departure from Taipei.
Qinling Mountains
The dramatic southern face of the mountain range that separates Northern and Southern China.
Loess Plateau
A unique landscape of eroded yellow earth and deep canyons carved into the Gansu and Shaanxi provinces.
Turpan Basin
One of the lowest and hottest depressions on Earth, visible as the plane nears the Xinjiang region.
Sit toward the front to avoid engine heat haze. This side is particularly scenic during mid-day flights when the sun is to the south, highlighting the shadows in the Qinling valleys.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 3,695 km (2,296 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 21 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: URC (43.90710067749024, 87.47419738769531)
Route Type: International
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