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TXL → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the breathtaking Lake Baikal and the vast Siberian wilderness, often illuminated by the rising sun as you head east.
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Baltic Coastline
Aerial views of the Polish and Baltic state shores shortly after departure from Berlin.
Northern Urals
Dramatic views where Europe meets Asia across a rugged mountain spine dividing the continents.
West Siberian Plain
Vast, snowy expanses or endless marshlands depending on the season across Russia.
Yenisei River
One of the world's longest river systems cutting through the heart of the Siberian wilderness.
Lake Baikal
The world's deepest and oldest freshwater lake, appearing as a massive crescent of blue or white ice.
Mongolian Steppe
Expansive, high-altitude grasslands and rugged landscapes of the northern Mongolian border.
Since most flights to Beijing from Europe are overnight, look out the window about 6 hours in to catch the sunrise over Lake Baikal. Use an interactive window map to track the approach to the Yenisei River. Winter flights offer particularly spectacular views of the frozen Siberian landscape and the crystal-clear patterns of Baikal ice.
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Berlin Skyline
Immediate departure views of Berlin's urban architecture and the Spree river from TXL.
Moscow Periphery
The extensive urban sprawl and dense industrial zones surrounding the Russian capital to the south.
Gobi Desert
Golden sands and harsh, rocky terrain visible as the flight crosses southern Mongolia into China.
Altai Foothills
Beautiful mountain ranges bordering the transition from the steppes into Central Asia.
The Great Wall
Visible segments of the wall snaking over the brown mountains during the final descent into Beijing.
Beijing Metropolis
A dense, sprawling skyline and rapid urban expansion as the plane prepares for landing at PEK.
Watch for the Gobi Desert's dramatic color shifts in the early morning light. On the final descent into PEK from the north, keep your eyes peeled for segments of the Great Wall snaking over the mountain ridges. Request a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine glare and obstruction of the ground features during the approach.
Book Hotels in BeijingDistance: 7,356 km (4,571 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 39 min
Departure: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: International
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