Departing passengers on the left side will enjoy expansive views of the Tianshan mountain range and the lush urban greenery of Korla city.
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the shifting dunes of the Taklamakan Desert and the majestic northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau.
The right side offers breathtaking views of the eastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the snow-capped Qilian Mountains, and the dramatic transition from the high-altitude wilderness to the lush, foggy landscapes of the Sichuan Basin.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Tianshan Mountains, featuring dramatic geological folds, snow-capped peaks, and the vast expanse of Bosten Lake shortly after takeoff.
The right side offers a spectacular view of Bosten Lake shortly after takeoff and the majestic, snow-capped Bogda Peak during the descent into Urumqi.
While both sides offer stunning views of the Chinese interior, the Right Side provides a more consistent and dramatic vista of the snow-capped Qilian Mountains and the intricate textures of the Loess Plateau.