Tashkent to Beijing flight pathTASPKX

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Flight time5h 15m
Distance2,453
Heading077° → 108°
Best side
RightMostly right

The right side captures the dramatic Tian Shan range during departure and provides consistent views of the high-altitude terrain along the flight path. While landing views favor the left, the takeoff scenery is more visually striking and sustained.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Tashkent to Beijing is 2,453 miles (3,948 km), a flight of about 5 hours 15 minutes.

Fergana Valley agricultural plains, Pamir-Alai mountain system (southern border region), Taklamakan Desert eastern margins, Gobi Desert terrain, Yanqing District mountains west of Beijing

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from TAS

RIGHT

Right-side seats offer views of the Tian Shan mountain range as the aircraft climbs eastward from Tashkent. The western peaks of this range are clearly visible from altitude during the initial climb phase.

Tian Shan MountainsChirchik River valleyTashkent urban sprawlFergana Valley foothills
TAS Tashkent International AirportHub for Uzbekistan Airways

Landing at PKX

LEFT

Left-side seats provide excellent views of the Yanshan Mountains and the Beijing urban landscape during descent into Daxing. The approach from the southwest brings these western hills into clear view on the left side of the aircraft.

Yanshan MountainsBeijing urban sprawlYongding River valleyDaxing District industrial zones
PKX Beijing Daxing International AirportHub for China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China United Airlines

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tashkent to Beijing. The right side captures the dramatic Tian Shan range during departure and provides consistent views of the high-altitude terrain along the flight path. While landing views favor the left, the takeoff scenery is more visually striking and sustained.

What can I see during takeoff from Tashkent International Airport in Tashkent?

During takeoff from Tashkent International Airport (TAS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Tian Shan mountain range as the aircraft climbs eastward from Tashkent. The western peaks of this range are clearly visible from altitude during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: Tian Shan Mountains (western peaks), Chirchik River valley, Tashkent urban sprawl, Fergana Valley foothills.

What can I see when landing at Beijing Daxing International Airport in Beijing?

When landing at Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of the Yanshan Mountains and the Beijing urban landscape during descent into Daxing. The approach from the southwest brings these western hills into clear view on the left side of the aircraft. Notable sights include: Yanshan Mountains (western peaks), Beijing urban sprawl, Yongding River valley, Daxing District industrial zones.

How long is the flight from Tashkent to Beijing?

The flight from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) takes about 5 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,453 miles (3,948 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Tashkent to Beijing flight path pass over?

Fergana Valley agricultural plains, Pamir-Alai mountain system (southern border region), Taklamakan Desert eastern margins, Gobi Desert terrain, Yanqing District mountains west of Beijing