Left seats provide superior views on both legs: Ming Tombs and mountains during northbound departure, and Mount Agung plus the Indian Ocean during the approach to Bali. The landing view is particularly rewarding.
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Flight Path
Beijing to Denpasar is 3,375 miles (5,431 km), a flight of about 5 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the South China Sea. Notable features include the Yangtze River Delta region visible during early climb (if departing northeast), the coastline of eastern China, the Taiwan Strait area (distant to the east), and the northern coast of the South China Sea with scattered islands. The Hainan Island region may be visible on southbound routes. As the aircraft approaches Indonesian airspace, the Sunda Strait and the northern coast of Java become visible, with Mount Krakatau potentially discernible in clear conditions. The flight concludes over the Bali Strait with views of Lombok Island to the east before final descent into Denpasar.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from PEK
RIGHTPEK typically departs north or northeast on runways 01L/01R or 02L/02R. Right-side seats offer views of the Ming Tombs and Yanshan Mountains as the aircraft climbs northward, while left seats face the urban sprawl of Beijing's northern districts.
Landing at DPS
LEFTDPS approaches from the south or southeast on runways 09L/09R or 10L/10R. Left-side seats during descent offer clear views of the Indian Ocean, the Bukit Peninsula, and Mount Agung (Bali's dominant volcano) rising inland. Right seats face the airport's industrial zone and less dramatic terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Capital (PEK) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Beijing to Denpasar. Left seats provide superior views on both legs: Ming Tombs and mountains during northbound departure, and Mount Agung plus the Indian Ocean during the approach to Bali. The landing view is particularly rewarding.
What can I see during takeoff from Capital in Beijing?
During takeoff from Capital (PEK), sit on the Right side for the best views. PEK typically departs north or northeast on runways 01L/01R or 02L/02R. Right-side seats offer views of the Ming Tombs and Yanshan Mountains as the aircraft climbs northward, while left seats face the urban sprawl of Beijing's northern districts. Notable sights include: Ming Tombs (Sacred Valley), Yanshan Mountain Range, Jundu Mountains, North China Plain extending south toward central Beijing.
What can I see when landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
When landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Left side for the best views. DPS approaches from the south or southeast on runways 09L/09R or 10L/10R. Left-side seats during descent offer clear views of the Indian Ocean, the Bukit Peninsula, and Mount Agung (Bali's dominant volcano) rising inland. Right seats face the airport's industrial zone and less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Mount Agung (Bali's volcanic peak), Bukit Peninsula, Indian Ocean, Denpasar urban area.
How long is the flight from Beijing to Denpasar?
The flight from Capital (PEK) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) takes about 5 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,375 miles (5,431 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Beijing to Denpasar flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the South China Sea. Notable features include the Yangtze River Delta region visible during early climb (if departing northeast), the coastline of eastern China, the Taiwan Strait area (distant to the east), and the northern coast of the South China Sea with scattered islands. The Hainan Island region may be visible on southbound routes. As the aircraft approaches Indonesian airspace, the Sunda Strait and the northern coast of Java become visible, with Mount Krakatau potentially discernible in clear conditions. The flight concludes over the Bali Strait with views of Lombok Island to the east before final descent into Denpasar.