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JGN → LHW
Which side of the plane to sit from Jiayuguan Airport (Jiayuguan) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (Lanzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the majestic Qilian Mountain range, featuring massive snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys throughout the flight.
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Qilian Mountain Range
Continuous views of towering peaks exceeding 5,000 meters, many covered in year-round snow and ice.
Shandan Horse Ranch
One of the world's oldest horse farms, appearing as vast, high-altitude grasslands near the mountains.
Glacial Formations
Visible glaciers and permanent snowfields carving through the upper reaches of the Qilian peaks.
Menyuan Basin
During July, look for the brilliant yellow hues of the rapeseed flower fields at the foot of the mountains.
Yellow River Valley
Occasional glimpses of the silty river systems and deep gorges as you approach the Lanzhou area.
The right side is significantly more scenic. Book a morning flight for the most dramatic shadows on the mountain ridges. In summer, look for the vibrant yellow rapeseed blossoms near Menyuan. Ensure your window is clean, as the mountain clarity at high altitude is exceptional on this route.
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Gobi Desert
Expansive vistas of the arid Gobi landscape and the vast, rocky plains of the Hexi Corridor.
Wuwei City
A bird's-eye view of this ancient Silk Road oasis and its surrounding agricultural developments.
Longshoushan Mountains
Rugged, low-lying ridges that define the northern boundary of the corridor.
Hexi Oases
Striking green patches of farmland that contrast sharply with the surrounding beige desert sands.
Sit on the left for better views of the remnants of the Han Dynasty Great Wall early in the flight. Morning flights offer the best lighting for desert textures, while evening flights may catch the sun setting over the distant Mongolian plateau.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 592 km (368 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: JGN (39.856899, 98.3414)
Arrival: LHW (36.5152015686, 103.620002747)
Route Type: Domestic
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