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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the northern Taiwan coastline and the iconic Taipei 101 skyline during the final approach into Songshan Airport.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Binhai New Area

Aerial view of Tianjin's massive port infrastructure and modern skyscrapers along the Haihe River.

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Bohai Gulf

The flight crosses the shallow waters of the Bohai Sea, often filled with large cargo vessels and oil rigs.

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Shandong Coastline

Scenic views of the rugged eastern coast of the Shandong Peninsula and the Yellow Sea.

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Tamsui River Estuary

As the plane begins its descent, the meeting of the river and the sea creates a stunning natural boundary.

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Yangmingshan National Park

Lush volcanic mountains and valleys visible just north of the city as you enter the Taipei Basin.

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Taipei 101

The world-famous skyscraper stands tall against the mountain backdrop on the final approach to Runway 10.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see Taipei 101 and the Xinyi District. Afternoon flights provide better lighting for the Taiwan coast as the sun moves west. Watch for the dramatic change from the industrial mainland to the lush, mountainous topography of Taiwan.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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North China Plain

Vast stretches of organized farmland and rural settlements south of the Tianjin metropolitan area.

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Zhejiang Coastal Islands

A view of the numerous islands dotting the coastline near Ningbo and the Zhoushan Archipelago.

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Taiwan Strait

The crossing of the historic waterway between the Chinese mainland and the island of Taiwan.

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Guanyin Mountain

A distinct mountain peak resembling a reclining goddess, visible during the descent into Taipei.

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Linkou Plateau

The rapid urban development and industrial parks located on the hills west of Taipei city.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a great perspective of the Taiwan Strait crossing. If the flight lands from the east (Runway 28), the right side will instead see the city landmarks, but this is less common due to wind patterns.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,612 km (1,002 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min

Departure: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)

Arrival: TSA (25.06940078735352, 121.552001953125)

Route Type: International

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