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KMG → LZO
Which side of the plane to sit from Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming) to Luzhou Airport (Luzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Wumeng Mountains and the deep river valleys that define the transition from the Yunnan Plateau to the Sichuan Basin.
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Wumeng Mountain Range
View the rugged peaks and deep ridges of the Wumeng range, which forms the boundary between the plateau and the Sichuan basin.
Zhaotong Highlands
A high-altitude agricultural basin visible mid-flight, showcasing a colorful patchwork of fields and local villages.
Jinsha River Gorges
Spot the dramatic carvings of the Jinsha River tributaries as they wind through the mountainous terrain near the Yunnan-Sichuan border.
The Sichuan Basin Edge
Watch the dramatic descent from the high-altitude plateau into the misty and verdant landscapes of the Sichuan Basin.
For the best photography, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you. Look out for the snow-capped peaks of the Wumeng range during winter months. The transition into the Sichuan Basin often brings a sudden change in cloud cover, so keep your camera ready early in the flight for the best visibility.
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Qujing Urban Area
Shortly after takeoff, observe the expansive urban and industrial landscape of Qujing, Yunnan's second-largest city.
Guizhou Karst Hills
Identify the unique 'stone forest' like conical hills typical of the Guizhou-Yunnan border region to the southeast.
High Plateau Gorges
Look for deep river canyons and the distant silhouettes of massive high-altitude bridges crossing the rugged terrain.
Yangtze River Confluence
During the final descent, the city of Luzhou and its position at the confluence of the Yangtze and Tuo Rivers comes into view.
Keep an eye out for the Chishui River, known for its unique red sediment. As you approach Luzhou, this side offers an excellent view of the Yangtze River's massive shipping lanes and the city's modern infrastructure. Afternoon flights provide warm, golden lighting on the karst hills making for excellent landscape shots.
Book Hotels in LuzhouDistance: 483 km (300 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Arrival: LZO (28.85219955444336, 105.39299774169922)
Route Type: Domestic
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