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KMG → KTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming) to Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a legendary panorama of the world's highest mountains, including a clear view of the Everest massif during the approach to Kathmandu.
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Meili Snow Mountain
Early views of the sacred Kawa Garbo peak in the Hengduan range.
Kangchenjunga
The world's third highest peak visible on the horizon halfway through the flight.
Mount Everest
The undisputed highlight, appearing clearly about 30 minutes before arrival.
Lhotse and Makalu
Two more 8,000-meter giants standing adjacent to Everest.
Yarlung Tsangpo River
The highest major river in the world winding through the Tibetan plateau.
Himalayan Wall
A continuous, breathtaking horizon of snow-capped peaks stretching hundreds of miles.
This is widely considered one of the world's most scenic flight paths. Request a seat on the right side window. Book a morning flight to minimize cloud cover over the peaks. The Everest view is most prominent about 30-40 minutes before landing in Kathmandu; be sure to have your camera ready as the descent begins.
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Dianchi Lake
A vast view of Kunming's famous lake shortly after takeoff.
Salween River Canyon
Dramatic views of the deep Nu River gorge in western Yunnan.
Kathmandu Valley
Lush green hills and terraced farming as the plane descends into Nepal.
Southern Himalayan Slopes
Densely forested ridges of the lower Himalayan range.
While less dramatic than the north, the left side avoids the harshest sun glare on afternoon flights. It is ideal for observing the terraced geography of the Kathmandu Valley during landing.
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Get eSIMs for NepalDistance: 1,772 km (1,101 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Arrival: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Route Type: International
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