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TSN → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Chinese eastern seaboard, including major coastal cities like Qingdao and the massive Yangtze River Delta, followed by a scenic approach along the Taiwan Strait.
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Tianjin Port
The massive industrial scale of one of Northern China's busiest maritime hubs.
Qingdao Coastline
The scenic yellow sand beaches and European-influenced architecture of the Shandong coast.
Yangtze River Delta
The intricate network of rivers, canals, and massive bridges near the Shanghai area.
Zhejiang Industrial Belt
A continuous stretch of urban and industrial development along the eastern coastline.
Taiwan Strait Crossing
Clear views of the coastline where the mainland meets the narrow strait.
For the best photography, choose a late afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the Chinese coastline. Keep an eye out for the Hangzhou Bay Bridge, one of the longest trans-oceanic bridges in the world. As you approach TPE, the right side often provides a clear view of the Taiwan coastline and the urban layout of Taoyuan District.
Book Hotels in TaipeiBohai Sea Expanse
A vast view of the inland sea immediately after departing Tianjin Binhai.
East China Sea Shipping
High-altitude views of major global shipping lanes with numerous container ships.
Matsu Islands
Distant views of the Matsu archipelago as the flight nears the Taiwan Strait.
Yangmingshan National Park
Lush volcanic mountains and green peaks visible during the final approach to Taipei.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. During the final descent into TPE, look out for the rugged northern coastline of Taiwan and the outskirts of New Taipei City. This side provides a great perspective of the deep blue Pacific-facing waters.
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Get eSIMs for TaiwanDistance: 1,604 km (997 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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