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HGH → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Hangzhou's West Lake immediately after takeoff and provides a more comfortable viewing experience by avoiding direct sunlight during typical afternoon flights.
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West Lake
The iconic UNESCO World Heritage site of Hangzhou is frequently visible during a westward departure.
Hangzhou Skyline
A panoramic view of the Qiantang River and the modern skyscrapers of the Qianjiang New Town.
Wuling Mountains
Distant views of the jagged, spire-like peaks characteristic of the greater Zhangjiajie mountain region.
Hunan Lowlands
A dense patchwork of agricultural fields and intricate river networks through central China.
Kunming Urban Sprawl
Comprehensive views of the 'City of Eternal Spring' as the aircraft maneuvers for landing.
Choose this side for afternoon departures to keep the sun behind you for better photography. It offers the best chance to see the transition from eastern plains to the dramatic Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. Watch for the city of Hangzhou within the first 5 minutes of flight.
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Zhejiang Tea Hills
Vibrant green rolling landscapes home to the famous Longjing tea plantations shortly after departure.
Luoxiao Range
Dramatic ridgelines and rugged terrain marking the natural border between Jiangxi and Hunan.
Guizhou Karst
Thousands of distinctive limestone cone-shaped hills stretching across the high-altitude plateau.
High-Altitude Bridges
Views of Guizhou's engineering marvels, including suspension bridges spanning deep river gorges.
Dianchi Lake
The massive crescent-shaped lake south of Kunming, visible during the final descent into Changshui.
The left side is premier for seeing Dianchi Lake, but be wary of morning flights as the southern sun causes intense glare. In winter, this side may be mostly clouded over due to the Guizhou-Yunnan stationary front.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,813 km (1,127 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min
Departure: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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