Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Brussels to Chengdu. While takeoff offers pleasant Low Countries scenery, the landing approach into Chengdu provides more dramatic and visually distinctive geography—the Minjiang River, Sichuan Basin's agricultural character, and mountain backdrop make for superior scenic value on the descent.

During takeoff from Brussels Natl (BRU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Meuse River valley and the Low Countries' patchwork farmland as the aircraft climbs northeast. The terrain is relatively flat but visually distinctive with its grid of fields, tree lines, and small towns. Notable sights include: Meuse River, Brussels urban sprawl to the southwest, Belgian farmland grid, Antwerp region to the north.

When landing at Shuangliu (CTU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Chengdu. The approach typically follows the Minjiang River valley from the east, offering views of the Sichuan Basin's agricultural landscape, the river itself, and the city's urban expansion before final approach. Notable sights include: Minjiang River, Sichuan Basin agricultural plains, Chengdu urban area, distant Longquan Mountains to the west.

The flight from Brussels Natl (BRU) to Shuangliu (CTU) takes Approximately 11-12 hours.

The flight path crosses central Europe (Rhine valley, Alps as distant peaks to the south), then traverses the Carpathians, Black Sea region, and Central Asia (Caspian Sea area, Tian Shan mountains to the north). Over China, the route typically follows the Yangtze River valley or passes north of it through Shaanxi and Sichuan provinces, with views of the Qinling Mountains and eventually the Sichuan Basin's distinctive agricultural landscape before descent into Chengdu.