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CTU → LJG
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Lijiang Airport (Lijiang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides unparalleled views of the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau and the spectacular snow-capped peaks of the Hengduan Mountains, culminating in a dramatic approach past Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
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Mount Gongga
On clear days, the 'King of Sichuan' (7,556m) can be seen towering above the surrounding ridges.
Hengduan Mountains
A series of parallel snow-capped ranges and deep valleys that define the geography of the region.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
An iconic, close-up view of the 13 peaks and glaciers as the aircraft descends into Lijiang.
Tiger Leaping Gorge
The sharp drop-off and massive canyon walls where the Jinsha River narrows significantly.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers. Sit away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain during the descent. Morning flights (08:00 - 10:00) offer the crispest light on the glaciers. Be prepared with a camera for the final 15 minutes of the flight when the high-altitude terrain becomes most dramatic.
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Chengdu Plain
The sprawling urban landscape of Chengdu fading into the mist and fertile basin floor.
Min River
Watching the winding paths of the Min River as it flows south toward the Yangtze.
Sichuan Foothills
The transition from the flat basin to the rugged, green-clad foothills of the southwest.
Jinsha River Valley
Aerial views of the deep, dramatic canyons carved by the upper reaches of the Yangtze River.
Choose a morning flight for the best visibility of the river valleys. While less mountainous than the right, the left side offers a better perspective of the unique terraced farming and traditional village layouts in the lower altitudes. Look for the blue waters of Lashihai Lake just before landing.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 564 km (350 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Route Type: Domestic
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