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KMG → RGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming) to Yangon International Airport (Yangon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the dramatic Lancang and Nu River canyons in Yunnan and a superior perspective of the Shwedagon Pagoda during the approach into Yangon.
Dianchi Lake
A vast lake bordering Kunming, offering a clear view of the city's modern expansion.
Mekong River Gorge
Dramatic aerial views of the Lancang River as it carves through deep mountain valleys.
Gaoligong Mountains
The steep, jagged ridges that form the natural border between China and Myanmar.
Irrawaddy Valley
The fertile central plains of Myanmar, dotted with thousands of small village pagodas.
Shwedagon Pagoda
The glimmering 99-meter gold stupa is often visible on the right during the final approach to RGN.
The right side is the clear winner for river canyon enthusiasts. Ensure a window seat away from the wing for the best view of the Shwedagon Pagoda, which typically appears on this side when landing from the north.
Fuxian Lake
One of China's deepest freshwater lakes, appearing as a deep blue gem shortly after takeoff.
Pu'er Tea Hills
Rolling green hills and terraced plantations in the world-famous tea-growing region of Yunnan.
Shan Plateau
Rugged limestone karsts and elevated terrain as the flight enters Eastern Myanmar.
Bago River Basin
Expansive networks of rice paddies and winding river tributaries near the Gulf of Martaban.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides a great view of the high-altitude plateaus of the Shan State before descending into the delta.
Distance: 1,152 km (716 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Arrival: RGN (16.907300949099998, 96.1332015991)
Route Type: International
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