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KMG → LJG
Which side of the plane to sit from Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming) to Lijiang Airport (Lijiang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain during the descent, along with the winding Jinsha River canyons and the high-altitude topography of the Hengduan range.
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The absolute highlight of the flight; the massif's 13 peaks and Shanzidou glacier are prominently visible on the approach.
Jinsha River Bends
The upper reaches of the Yangtze River carve deep, dramatic turquoise canyons through the mountains below.
Kunming Skyline
A clear view of the 'Spring City' and its rapidly developing urban core immediately after takeoff from KMG.
Haba Snow Mountain
Visible just north of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, across the deep chasm of Tiger Leaping Gorge.
The right side is essential for the best view of the snow-capped mountains. Choose a morning flight for the best photographic lighting on the eastern faces of the peaks. Be prepared for occasional turbulence as the aircraft descends over the rugged mountain terrain near Lijiang.
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Dianchi Lake
Visible shortly after departure, this massive highland lake borders the southern edge of Kunming.
Cangshan Mountain Range
On the horizon to the west, you can see the high peaks that overlook the city of Dali.
Lijiang Old Town
During the final approach, the dense, grey-tiled roofs of the historic UNESCO World Heritage site appear below the wing.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side provides a broader perspective of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau's undulating terrain and a glimpse of the Lijiang city basin before touchdown.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 321 km (199 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Arrival: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Route Type: Domestic
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