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KMG → XMN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming) to Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rugged South China hills and the stunning coastal approach into Xiamen Island, often overlooking the Taiwan Strait.
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Fuxian Lake
One of China's deepest freshwater lakes, visible shortly after departure from Kunming if the path trends south.
Guangxi Karst
Iconic 'sugarloaf' hills visible to the south as the flight traverses the upper Pearl River basin.
Southern Coastline
The beautiful transition from the green Nanling mountains to the blue of the South China Sea as you reach Fujian.
Xiamen Island
A breathtaking view of the main island, Gulangyu, and the sea during the final approach into Gaoqi.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to get the best light on the terrain. The approach into Xiamen Gaoqi often follows a path that showcases the island's coastline and the impressive bridge connections to the mainland.
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Kunming Urban Sprawl
View the 'City of Eternal Spring' and its rapid expansion against the Yunnan plateau upon departure.
Guizhou Highlands
Dramatic mist-covered limestone peaks and deep green valleys characteristic of Southwest China.
Beijiang River
Watch the winding waterways cutting through the northern Guangdong mountain ranges.
Zhangzhou Skyline
Dense urban clusters appearing as the flight prepares for its final descent into Fujian.
Opt for an afternoon flight to minimize sun glare on this side. During the summer months, look for towering cumulus clouds over the Guizhou mountains which create a majestic aerial landscape.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,534 km (953 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Arrival: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Route Type: Domestic
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