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JHG → DLU
Which side of the plane to sit from Xishuangbanna Gasa Airport (Jinghonggasa) to Dali Airport (Dali)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views of Erhai Lake and the surrounding high-altitude plateaus as the flight approaches Dali from the south.
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Pu'er Tea Plantations
Orderly rows of world-famous tea trees covering the rolling hills near Pu'er city.
Ailao Mountains
A massive mountain barrier that separates the tropical south from the temperate north of Yunnan.
Red River Valley
The upper reaches of the Yuan River carving through the red earth of the central Yunnan plateau.
Erhai Lake
An expansive view of the ear-shaped alpine lake, one of the most scenic bodies of water in China.
Dali Cityscape
A panoramic view of the ancient city and the modern developments lining the eastern shore of the lake.
The right side is superior for the 'money shot' of Erhai Lake. For the best photography, book a midday flight when the sun is high to capture the deep turquoise color of the lake. Watch for the traditional Bai architecture in the villages below as you descend.
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Xishuangbanna Canopy
Lush tropical rainforests and biodiversity hotspots visible immediately after takeoff from Jinghong.
Lancang River Bends
Aerial perspectives of the Mekong River (Lancang) as it snakes through deep mountain gorges.
Wuliang Mountains
Dense, mist-covered ridges of the Wuliangshan National Nature Reserve, known for its tea and wildlife.
Jinggu Basin
Agricultural valleys and traditional Dai and Yi ethnic minority settlements dotting the landscape.
Cangshan Mountain Range
Dramatic views of the 19 peaks of Cangshan rising sharply as the aircraft prepares for its final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct eastern sun and to get a closer look at the rugged Cangshan peaks during the landing sequence. Look for the silver ribbons of the Mekong tributaries early in the flight.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 411 km (255 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: JHG (21.973899841308594, 100.76000213623048)
Arrival: DLU (25.649401, 100.319)
Route Type: Domestic
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