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XIY → BHY
Which side of the plane to sit from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an) to Beihai Airport (Beihai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of Xi'an's historic urban grid during takeoff and provides the best angle for the dramatic karst mountain transitions in Guangxi and the famous Silver Beach upon arrival in Beihai.
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Xi'an Urban Grid
A clear view of the ancient capital's symmetrical layout and the rectangular city wall shortly after takeoff.
Qinling Central Range
Direct views of the high-altitude peaks that form the natural boundary between Northern and Southern China.
Guangxi Karst Forest
The surreal landscape of thousands of limestone 'sugarloaf' hills as the plane enters the South China region.
Beihai Silver Beach
The iconic white sands of Yintan stretching along the coastline as the aircraft turns for its final approach.
Book a window seat in the forward section to avoid the wing. On morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses; however, the morning light provides the best definition for the karst hill shadows. During the descent into Beihai, keep your camera ready for the coastal transition where the green hills meet the turquoise water.
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Loess Plateau Terraces
Intricate agricultural terracing and yellow-earth erosion patterns characteristic of the Shaanxi landscape.
Mount Taibai
Looking west to see the highest peak of the Qinling Mountains, often capped with snow or clouds.
Jialing River Valleys
The winding river systems and deep canyons carved into the Daba Mountain range.
Beibu Gulf
Expansive views of the South China Sea and the busy shipping lanes leading into Beihai Port.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Loess Plateau and the Qinling peaks in warm, golden hues. It also offers a broader perspective of the Beibu Gulf (Gulf of Tonkin) as the plane descends, which is particularly beautiful during sunset.
Book Hotels in BeihaiDistance: 1,436 km (892 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Arrival: BHY (21.5394, 109.293999)
Route Type: Domestic
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