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KMG → TYN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming) to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the lush Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau to the rugged Qinling Mountains and the iconic terraced patterns of the Loess Plateau.
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Kunming Urban Landscape
Aerial views of the 'City of Eternal Spring' and the northern shores of Dianchi Lake immediately after takeoff.
Daba Mountains
Navigating over the rugged karst topography and deep valleys of the border region between Sichuan and Shaanxi.
Western Qinling Range
A spectacular view of the high peaks that form the natural boundary between North and South China.
Loess Plateau Terraces
The unique, yellow-earthed landscape of Shaanxi and Shanxi featuring intricate agricultural terracing.
Lvliang Mountains
The final mountain range before descending into the Taiyuan basin, showcasing deep canyons and ridges.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed photos of the Qinling ridge line. Morning flights are ideal as the sun highlights the complex shadows of the Loess Plateau gullies. In winter, these mountains are often dusted with snow, creating high-contrast views.
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Fuxian Lake
If the flight path banks right after takeoff, one of China's deepest freshwater lakes is visible to the southeast.
Yangtze River Crossing
Spotting the winding Yangtze River as the flight passes over the eastern edge of the Sichuan Basin.
Distant Mount Huashan
On clear days, the massive granite peaks of Huashan can be seen to the far east as you cross Shaanxi.
Fen River Valley
The fertile basin containing the main industrial and agricultural artery of Shanxi province during descent.
Taiyuan Industry
A clear view of the sprawling industrial infrastructure and urban sprawl of the Shanxi provincial capital.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the yellow waters of the Yellow River in the distance as you transition from Shaanxi to Shanxi. Watch for the heavy industrial plumes which often indicate the approach to Taiyuan.
Book Hotels in TaiyuanDistance: 1,678 km (1,043 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Arrival: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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