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TSN → TAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin) to Liuting Airport (Qingdao)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the Bohai Sea coastline and the dramatic color contrast where the Yellow River meets the ocean.
Bohai Bay Coastline
Panoramic views of the northern Chinese coast as the flight tracks south along the shoreline.
Tanggu Salt Fields
Vibrant, geometric evaporation ponds that create a colorful mosaic near the Tianjin departure zone.
Bohai Sea Traffic
Observe numerous cargo vessels and tankers navigating the busy maritime lanes toward the Port of Tianjin.
Qingdao Coastal Skyline
A stunning view of the modern skyscrapers and the 2008 Olympic Sailing Center during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Bohai Sea. Watch closely about halfway through the flight for the sediment-rich plumes of the Yellow River entering the blue sea. On approach to Liuting, you may catch a glimpse of the iconic red-roofed German-style architecture in the old town.
North China Plain
A vast expanse of agricultural patterns and dense clusters of villages characteristic of the Shandong heartland.
Yellow River Delta
A clear view of the silt-heavy 'Mother River' of China as it snakes through Dongying towards the sea.
Weifang Cityscape
Aerial views of the 'World Kite Capital' with its distinctive urban grid and surrounding industrial zones.
Shandong Highlands
Rolling hills and the northern edges of the central Shandong mountain range visible in the distance.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It offers a better perspective of the inland geography and the complex river systems that define the North China Plain. Keep an eye out for the expansive wetlands of the Yellow River Delta National Nature Reserve.
Distance: 415 km (258 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Arrival: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Route Type: Domestic
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