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XIY → TNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an) to Yaoqiang Airport (Jinan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, beginning with the majestic Qinling Mountains and concluding with a clear view of Mount Tai, the most sacred of the Five Great Mountains of China, shortly before landing.
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Qinling Mountains
A massive east-west mountain range that serves as the natural boundary between North and South China, visible shortly after takeoff.
Mount Song
The historic site of the Shaolin Temple, visible as a prominent cluster of peaks while crossing Henan province.
Mount Tai (Taishan)
A UNESCO World Heritage site and cultural landmark that dominates the skyline south of Jinan during the final descent.
North China Plain
An endless patchwork of agricultural fields and dense urban clusters reflecting the high population density of the region.
A morning flight is ideal for the right side to capture the early light hitting the northern faces of the Qinling and Tai peaks. Keep your camera ready approximately 15 minutes before landing at TNA to catch the prominent granite mass of Mount Tai to the south.
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Yellow River Meanders
Spectacular views of the Yellow River as it carves through the landscape between Shaanxi and Shanxi provinces.
Loess Plateau
Unique geological formations featuring deep silt canyons and intricate terraced farming patterns characteristic of the region.
Taihang Mountains
The rugged northern reach of the Taihang range provides a dramatic transition from the high plateau to the eastern plains.
For the best visibility of the Loess Plateau's texture, choose an afternoon flight when the sun creates high-contrast shadows across the canyons. Look for the massive Sanmenxia Reservoir where the Yellow River broadens significantly.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 810 km (503 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Arrival: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)
Route Type: Domestic
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