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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the dramatic intersection of land and sea, featuring the massive Yangtze River mouth and the industrial coastline of Bohai Bay.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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East China Sea

Stunning views of the jagged coastline and the numerous islands of the Zhoushan Archipelago.

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Hangzhou Bay Bridge

The iconic S-shaped cross-sea bridge visible spanning the massive bay below.

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Yangtze River Delta

A massive plume of sediment where the Yangtze meets the sea, dotted with cargo ships.

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Bohai Salt Pans

Intricate, colorful geometric patterns of industrial salt evaporation ponds along the coast.

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Tianjin Binhai

The futuristic skyline and massive port infrastructure of northern China's primary maritime gateway.

The right side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight while capturing the coastal detail. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct 'line' in the water where the muddy Yangtze silt meets the blue ocean.

Left Side Highlights
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Yandang Mountains

Rugged peaks and deep valleys of the coastal mountain range shortly after takeoff.

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Taihu Lake

One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible as a vast shimmering expanse near Wuxi.

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The Grand Canal

The world's longest artificial river, winding through the historic cities of the Yangtze Delta.

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North China Plain

An endless patchwork of agricultural fields and dense clusters of rural villages.

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Western Hills

The forested mountain range that forms the scenic backdrop to Beijing's western edge.

Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the inland mountains and plains. During winter, look for frozen sections of the Grand Canal as you move north toward Beijing.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,409 km (876 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 53 min

Departure: WNZ (27.912201, 120.851997)

Arrival: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)

Route Type: Domestic

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