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YCU → TAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Yuncheng Guangong Airport (Yuncheng) to Liuting Airport (Qingdao)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the historic Mount Tai and the iconic Jiaozhou Bay Bridge during the descent into Qingdao.
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Yellow River Meanders
Early flight views of the Yellow River as it flows through the plains of Henan and Shandong.
Mount Tai (Taishan)
The most sacred of the Five Great Mountains of China, rising prominently above the surrounding terrain.
Jiaozhou Bay Bridge
One of the world's longest cross-sea bridges, visible as a massive 'T' shape in the water.
Qingdao Urban Coast
The unique mix of German-style red roofs and modern skyscrapers along the Yellow Sea coast.
The right side is essential for seeing Mount Tai roughly midway through the flight. During the descent into the new Jiaodong Airport, watch for the massive bridge infrastructure. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for coastal photography on this side.
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Taihang Mountains
View the eastern ridges of the Taihang range as the plane leaves the Shanxi plateau.
Zibo Industrial Hub
Observation of the sprawling industrial and manufacturing clusters in central Shandong.
Bohai Sea Horizon
On clear days, the distant northern horizon meets the waters of the Bohai Gulf.
Sit toward the front of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. This side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and see the contrast of the North China Plain.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 853 km (530 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: YCU (35.116391, 111.031388889)
Arrival: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Route Type: Domestic
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