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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the mainland's rugged mountain ranges and the spectacular karst formations of the Guizhou plateau before descending into the Kunming basin.

Right Side Highlights
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Wuyi Mountains

Aerial views of the northern Fujian mountain ranges known for their steep cliffs and deep green valleys.

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Xiang River Basin

Crossing the wide river networks of Hunan province that feed into the Yangtze system.

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Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau

The dramatic rise in elevation as the terrain transforms into the rugged, high-altitude plateau.

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Dianchi Lake

One of China's largest freshwater lakes, often visible on the approach to Kunming depending on the flight path.

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Kunming Cityscape

A clear view of the 'Spring City' during the final descent into the modern Changshui International Airport.

Morning flights are ideal for this side to capture the sunrise over the Fujian mountains. Keep a sharp eye out during the final 30 minutes of flight for the dramatic transition from the karst hills of Guizhou to the high plateau of Yunnan.

Left Side Highlights
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Taiwan Strait

View the vast maritime expanse as the flight leaves Kaohsiung and crosses toward mainland China.

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Pearl River Delta Periphery

Glimpses of the sprawling urban landscapes of northern Guangdong province.

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Nanling Mountains

A series of dramatic mountain ridges that serve as a natural border between south and central China.

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Guizhou Karst Hills

The unique 'ten thousand peaks' limestone topography visible during the mid-to-late stage of the flight.

Choose this side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. It provides excellent views of the rolling cloud seas often found over the humid southern provinces.

Top Activities in Kunming
Route Information

Distance: 1,793 km (1,114 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min

Departure: KHH (22.57710075378418, 120.3499984741211)

Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)

Route Type: International

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