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KMG → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for its panoramic views of the Yangtze River Delta's urban landscape and the stunning approach over the Incheon Grand Bridge.
Dongting Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive silver mirror in the Hunan province.
Yangtze Delta Lights
The sprawling, brightly lit urban corridor of the Suzhou and Shanghai region visible during night flights.
Yellow Sea Shipping
Dense maritime traffic including massive cargo ships and tankers navigating towards major Asian ports.
Incheon Grand Bridge
A breathtaking view of the 21km cable-stayed bridge connecting Songdo to Yeongjong Island during the final approach.
The right side is essential for sunset flights to catch the colors over the Yellow Sea. Request a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Incheon Grand Bridge, which is the highlight of the landing sequence at ICN.
Karst Topography
Rugged limestone peaks of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau visible shortly after departure from Kunming.
Central China Hubs
Distal views of major urban centers in Hubei province as the flight heads northeast.
Shandong Coast
Aerial view of the rugged coastline where the Shandong Peninsula meets the Yellow Sea.
Incheon Islands
A cluster of small, picturesque islands scattered across the western Korean coastline during descent.
Choose the left side for morning departures to minimize direct sun glare. This side offers better views of the inland mountain ranges of China and the North Korean coastline if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Distance: 2,613 km (1,624 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 29 min
Departure: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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