The left side typically offers superior views of the central Beijing skyline, including the CBD skyscrapers and the Olympic Park landmarks like the Bird's Nest on a southern approach.
The left side offers spectacular views of the Alborz Mountains during departure and the dramatic, snow-capped Tien Shan range as you cross Central Asia into China.
The right side offers superior scenic value, including distant views of the North Korean border, the rugged Liaodong Peninsula, and a high probability of spotting the Great Wall of China during the descent into Beijing.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the northern plains to the Yanshan Mountains and the historic Great Wall.
The left side provides the most consistent views of the vast Siberian wilderness, the magnificent Lake Baikal, and the possibility of witnessing the Aurora Borealis during winter night flights.
The left side provides a superior viewing experience for the vast Siberian wilderness, the stunning Lake Baikal, and the high-latitude opportunity to witness the Aurora Borealis during winter months.
The right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the geological variety across the route, featuring the folded Zagros mountains, the expansive Taklamakan Desert dunes, and the snow-capped Kunlun range bordering the Tibetan Plateau.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the southern Karst mountains to the massive Taihang Mountain range, as well as a better chance to see Beijing's urban core and the Great Wall during descent.
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.
The right side offers spectacular, close-up views of Taiwan's rugged Central Mountain Range immediately after takeoff, followed by a scenic approach over the Bohai Gulf.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Caucasus Mountains, the vast expanse of the Taklamakan Desert, and the best opportunity to spot the Great Wall of China during the descent into Beijing.
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Caucasus Mountains and a more dramatic perspective of the vast Gobi Desert as the aircraft enters Chinese airspace.
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the snow-capped Bogda Peak and the eastern Tianshan range immediately after takeoff, followed by the vast, textured expanses of the Gobi Desert and the iconic Yellow River.