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WAW → PEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw) to Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this long-haul journey, primarily due to the spectacular view of Lake Baikal and better lighting conditions for photography as you fly eastward away from the sun's direct glare.
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Vistula River
Aerial views of Warsaw's winding river and the city skyline immediately following takeoff from Chopin Airport.
Northern Ural Mountains
The ancient, jagged mountain range that serves as the natural geographic border between Europe and Asia.
Lake Baikal
The world's deepest and oldest freshwater lake, visible as a massive blue crescent approximately 5-6 hours into the flight.
Siberian Permafrost
Stunning geometric patterns of frozen lakes and tundra that create a mosaic landscape during winter months.
Mongolian Plateau
Vast, rolling grasslands and remote nomadic settlements visible as the flight crosses into Mongolian airspace.
Choose the left side for 'daylight' flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. Lake Baikal is the undisputed star; it usually appears on the left about two-thirds of the way through the flight. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing for the best view of the lake's unique crescent shape. If flying in winter, the ice patterns on the Siberian rivers are mesmerizing.
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Gobi Desert
The expansive, textured orange and tan landscapes of the Gobi, featuring dramatic sand dunes and rocky outcrops.
Altai Mountains
Snow-capped peaks visible on the southern horizon where Russia, China, and Mongolia meet.
Great Wall of China
During the descent into Beijing, keep a sharp eye on the mountain ridges north of the city to spot sections of the ancient wall.
Greater Khingan Range
A lush, forested mountain range in Inner Mongolia that provides a sharp contrast to the nearby desert.
Beijing Urban Grid
The final approach offers a view of the massive urban sprawl and the orderly grid system of the Chinese capital.
The right side is ideal for seeing the Great Wall during the final 20 minutes of the flight as the plane descends over the mountains north of Beijing. However, because you are flying East, the sun will be on the right side for most of the morning, which can cause significant glare and heat. Keep your window shade down during the mid-flight cruise to keep the cabin cool, but open it as you enter Chinese airspace.
Book Hotels in BeijingDistance: 6,944 km (4,315 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 10 min
Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Route Type: International
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