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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the North China Plain to the rugged Qinling Mountains and the deep gorges of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau.

Right Side Highlights
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Qinling Mountains

The massive geographical divider between North and South China, featuring high ridges and steep granite peaks.

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Chongqing Outskirts

A view of the mountainous terrain surrounding the megacity, where the Yangtze and Jialing rivers converge.

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Jinsha River Gorges

Spectacular deep-cut valleys where the upper Yangtze carves through the high plateau near the end of the journey.

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Yunnan Red Earth

The striking Lexiaguo-style red soil landscape that characterizes the rural areas north of Kunming.

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Dianchi Lake

A breathtaking view of the 'Sparkling Pearl of the Highland' as the aircraft aligns for its final approach to KMG.

The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular 'Golden Hour' lighting over the Qinling range. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes before landing for the most dramatic gorge scenery and the iconic red earth landscapes.

Left Side Highlights
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Zhengzhou Metropolis

Clear views of the sprawling urban layout of Zhengzhou and the Xinzheng district immediately after takeoff.

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Daba Mountains

The flight path skirts the eastern edge of these mountains, offering views of misty valleys and dense forest cover.

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Danjiangkou Reservoir

A massive man-made lake on the Han River, often visible as a sprawling turquoise body of water to the southeast.

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Yangtze River Tributaries

Glittering silver threads of the winding rivers that feed into the middle reaches of the Yangtze system.

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Fuxian Lake

During the final descent into Kunming, you may spot this deep blue highland lake situated south of the city.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. As you approach Kunming, the left side often offers a better perspective of the rolling red-soil hills and traditional terrace farming common in eastern Yunnan province.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,483 km (921 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min

Departure: CGO (34.519699096699995, 113.841003418)

Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)

Route Type: Domestic

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