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DLU → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Dali Airport (Dali) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for Erhai Lake and the Cangshan Mountain range immediately upon departure from Dali, offering the most iconic Yunnan scenery.
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Erhai Lake
Full view of the massive ear-shaped alpine lake and its shimmering blue waters during the initial climb.
Cangshan Mountain Range
The dramatic 19 peaks of the Cangshan range rising sharply against the Dali skyline.
Dali Old Town
The historic grid layout of the ancient city tucked between the mountains and the lake shore.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
Characteristic limestone karst formations and rolling green ridges as you head east.
North Kunming Urban Area
Aerial view of Kunming's rapid northward expansion and high-rise developments during descent.
Sit on the left for the most photogenic departure. In the morning, this side is shaded, providing better lighting for photos of Erhai Lake. Watch for the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple just north of the old town during the first 5 minutes of flight.
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The modern, bustling southern heart of Dali located at the outlet of Erhai Lake.
Hangrui Expressway
The impressive engineering of the G56 highway as it tunnels through rugged mountain terrain.
Ailao Mountains
Distant views of the southern mountain ranges that separate the plateau from the subtropical valleys.
Dianchi Lake
Often visible in the far distance to the south as the plane aligns for its final approach into Kunming.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. During the landing approach at KMG, this side often offers a broader view of the vast Kunming metropolitan area as the plane circles for its final descent.
Book Hotels in KunmingDistance: 269 km (167 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: DLU (25.649401, 100.319)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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