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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Taihang Mountains shortly after takeoff and a stunning aerial approach of northern Taiwan's volcanic landscapes and the Tamsui River estuary before landing.

Left Side Highlights
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Taihang Mountains

Dramatic limestone cliffs and deep canyons of the Taihang range visible shortly after departing Taiyuan.

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Yangtze River Basin

Aerial views of the massive river network and agricultural plains of Anhui and Zhejiang provinces.

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Zhejiang Coastline

The intricate coastline and numerous small islands dotting the East China Sea near Ningbo.

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Yangmingshan National Park

Views of the dormant volcanic clusters and lush green peaks of northern Taiwan during the descent.

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Tamsui River Estuary

The scenic entry point where the Tamsui River meets the sea, marking the start of the final approach into Taipei.

Sit on the left for the best views of the Taihang Mountains during ascent. For the arrival into Songshan, this side provides an excellent vantage point of the mountainous northern coast. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, highlighting the green terrain of Taiwan.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Loess Plateau

The unique yellow-soiled eroded landscapes of Shanxi province immediately after takeoff.

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Yellow River Bend

Potential sightings of the meandering Yellow River as the flight heads south towards central China.

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Wuyi Mountains

The UNESCO-listed peaks of Fujian, known for their biodiversity and dramatic rock formations.

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Taiwan Strait

The expansive blue waters of the strait with cargo ships visible during the crossing to Taiwan.

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Taipei 101 & Skyline

If the plane approaches from the west for a Runway 10 landing, the iconic skyscraper and city core appear on this side.

The right side is best for seeing the urban sprawl of Taipei and the iconic Taipei 101 if the wind conditions dictate a westerly approach. In the morning, this side enjoys bright light over the Taiwan Strait, but be prepared for some glare.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,643 km (1,021 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min

Departure: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)

Arrival: TSA (25.06940078735352, 121.552001953125)

Route Type: International

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