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ICN → LJG
Which side of the plane to sit from Incheon International Airport (Seoul) to Lijiang Airport (Lijiang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic geological transition from the Yangtze River Delta to the high-altitude peaks of the Hengduan Mountains, culminating in the iconic sight of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
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Incheon Grand Bridge
Visible immediately after departure, this is Korea's longest cable-stayed bridge.
Hangzhou Bay
Massive cargo ships and the impressive Hangzhou Bay Bridge spanning the East China Sea.
Jinsha River Canyons
The upper reaches of the Yangtze River carving deep, dramatic trenches through the rugged terrain.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The permanent snow-capped peaks of Yulong Xueshan, standing at over 5,500 meters, visible during descent.
Lijiang Ancient Town
The traditional tiled roofs of the UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in the Lijiang basin.
Book an early morning flight for the clearest views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Clouds often gather around the peaks by midday. Ensure you are on the right side to see the mountain directly as the plane turns for its final approach into LJG.
Book Hotels in LijiangYellow Sea Crossing
A vast expanse of blue water visible shortly after takeoff from Incheon as the plane heads southwest.
Yangtze River Delta
Bird's-eye view of the dense urban clusters and intricate canal networks of the Ningbo and Shaoxing areas.
Wuyi Mountain Range
Vibrant green peaks and deep valleys of the southeast coastal mountain ranges.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
The distinctive karst topography and red soil characteristic of the southwestern Chinese highlands.
Look for the distinctive terraced farming patterns throughout Guizhou province. Late afternoon flights provide a beautiful 'golden hour' glow over the layered mountain ridges of the plateau.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 2,732 km (1,698 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 39 min
Departure: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Arrival: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Route Type: International
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