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TSN → XIY
Which side of the plane to sit from Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Taihang mountain range and the iconic granite peaks of Mount Hua during the descent into the Guanzhong Plain.
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Tianjin Urban Landscape
Aerial views of the Hai River and the dense urban architecture of the Binhai district immediately after takeoff.
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic eastern ridges of the Taihang range, marking the boundary between the North China Plain and the Loess Plateau.
Mount Hua (Huashan)
The spectacular, precipitous granite cliffs of one of China's Five Great Mountains, visible on the approach to Xi'an.
Yellow River Crossing
A glimpse of the silt-heavy Yellow River as it flows south through the border of Shanxi and Shaanxi.
Guanzhong Plain
The fertile cradle of Chinese civilization, showing a patchwork of agricultural fields during the final descent.
Book a window seat toward the front or rear of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Mount Hua. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent clarity for photographing the mountain ranges. In winter, look for snow-capped peaks in the Taihang range.
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Loess Plateau Terraces
Intricate patterns of terraced farming and deep erosion gullies unique to this yellow-earth geological region.
Shijiazhuang Area
The sprawling industrial landscape and urban layout of the Hebei provincial capital during the cruise phase.
Fen River Valley
The winding path of the Fen River as it cuts through the highlands of Shanxi Province.
Wei River
The main tributary of the Yellow River, paralleling the flight path as the aircraft nears Xi'an Xianyang International.
The right side is ideal for observing the unique geomorphology of the Loess Plateau. Afternoon flights offer the best side-lighting to emphasize the depth of the canyons and terraces. Watch for the 'Yaodong' (cave dwellings) built into the hillside cliffs in rural Shaanxi.
Book Hotels in Xi'anDistance: 925 km (575 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Arrival: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Route Type: Domestic
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