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LJG → MIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Lijiang Airport (Lijiang) to Mianyang Airport (Mianyang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the high-altitude snow peaks of the Hengduan Mountains to the deep river valleys of the Jinsha.
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Visible almost immediately after takeoff, the 13 peaks of Yulong Xueshan pierce the clouds at over 5,500 meters.
Haba Snow Mountain
The massive sister peak to Jade Dragon, often capped in pristine white snow and glaciers.
Jinsha River Gorges
A breathtaking look down into the upper reaches of the Yangtze River as it carves deep canyons through the plateau.
Sichuan High Plateau
Endless views of the rugged, snow-covered ridges of the Hengduan range throughout the mid-flight cruise.
Minshan Mountain Range
As you approach Mianyang, these peaks mark the final high-altitude barrier before the Sichuan Basin.
Sit on the left (Window seat A) for a direct view of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain upon departure from Lijiang. Morning flights (08:00-10:00) are highly recommended as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the mountains, and afternoon clouds haven't yet obscured the peaks. Bring a polarising filter for photography to cut through the high-altitude haze.
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Lijiang Ancient Town
A bird's-eye view of the UNESCO World Heritage site and its unique tiled rooftops shortly after takeoff.
Mount Gongga (Minya Konka)
On clear days, the 'King of Sichuan Mountains' can be seen rising far to the southeast in the distance.
Qionglai Mountains
The dense, green forested ridges that form the habitat for giant pandas.
Sichuan Basin Edge
Observe the dramatic geographical drop as the mountains suddenly yield to the flat, misty plains of the basin.
Mianyang Urban Sprawl
View the convergence of the Fujiang and Anchang Rivers as you descend into China's 'Science and Technology City'.
The right side is ideal for seeing the transition into the Sichuan Basin. While the peaks are slightly more distant, you get a broader sense of the scale of the Sichuan plains. In winter, this side may experience more glare from the southern sun, so keep your window shade adjusted. Look for the distinct 'sea of clouds' often found over the basin during descent.
Book Hotels in MianyangDistance: 685 km (426 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Arrival: MIG (31.4281005859375, 104.74099731445312)
Route Type: Domestic
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