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KMG → UYN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming) to Yulin Yuyang Airport (Yulin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Qinling Mountains and the intricate, labyrinthine erosion patterns of the Loess Plateau as you head north.
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Kunming Urban Landscape
Aerial views of the 'Spring City' and the surrounding Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau immediately after takeoff.
Qinling Mountain Range
A spectacular crossing of China's natural north-south divide, featuring rugged peaks and deep forested valleys.
Loess Plateau Erosion
Breathtaking views of the unique 'Yuan', 'Liang', and 'Mao' geological formations caused by thousands of years of wind and water erosion.
Yan'an Revolutionary Heartland
Fly over the historic yellow earth of Northern Shaanxi, characterized by terraced hills and traditional cave dwelling regions.
Yellow River Bends
Depending on the specific airway, glimpses of the massive loops of the Yellow River cutting through the silt-heavy terrain.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the deep textures of the Loess Plateau. In winter, the Qinling Mountains are often snow-capped, providing a stunning contrast to the yellow earth further north. Sit away from the wing for the best view of the deep ravines.
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Guizhou Karst Topography
Observe the distinctive 'forest' of limestone peaks and hidden sinkholes characteristic of the eastern Yunnan border.
Yangtze River Tributaries
Views of major river systems winding through the mountainous terrain of the Daba Mountains.
Daba Mountain Forests
Dense green canopies covering the transitional zone between the Sichuan Basin and the Northern Plains.
Wei River Valley
The fertile plains of Central Shaanxi, showing a stark contrast in agriculture compared to the rugged mountains.
Great Wall Fragments
As you approach Yulin, look for the remnants of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall snaking across the desert-edge landscape.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. Keep an eye out during the descent into Yulin to spot the transition from green hills to the sandy fringes of the Mu Us Desert.
Book Hotels in YulinDistance: 1,602 km (995 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Arrival: UYN (38.35971, 109.590927)
Route Type: Domestic
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