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LJG → NKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Lijiang Airport (Lijiang) to Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain immediately after takeoff and follows a northern trajectory that showcases the transition from the high-altitude Daba Mountains to the vast Yangtze River plains.
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The most iconic peak in Yunnan, visible almost immediately after takeoff from Lijiang.
Jinsha River Gorges
Deeply carved river valleys forming the upper reaches of the Yangtze River.
Qinling-Daba Mountains
The rugged transition zone between the high plateaus of the west and the eastern plains.
Danjiangkou Reservoir
A massive blue expanse of water that serves as the source for the South-to-North Water Diversion Project.
Hefei Urban Area
A clear view of the expanding skyline of Anhui's capital as the flight enters the Yangtze River Delta.
Sit in seat 'A' for the best mountain views. Aim for a morning flight (before 10:00 AM) to ensure the sun is behind you, illuminating the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain with crisp morning light. During winter, the snow cover on the mountains is significantly more dramatic. Watch the window within the first 10 minutes of flight for the best mountain vistas.
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An endless sea of 'Ten Thousand Peaks' characterized by unique limestone cone-shaped hills.
Wujiang River
A winding, emerald-green river cutting through the deep canyons of the Guizhou plateau.
Dongting Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive silver sheet in the Hunan province.
Yangtze River Crossings
Aerial views of major bridges crossing the Yangtze near Wuhan and Anqing.
Jiangnan Water Towns
The intricate network of canals and old towns visible as you descend into the Nanjing region.
Sit in seat 'F' to capture the sunset glow over the water bodies of Central China on afternoon flights. This side provides better views of the unique karst landforms in Guizhou halfway through the flight. Keep an eye out for the Yangtze River as it meanders frequently on the right side during the final third of the journey.
Book Hotels in NanjingDistance: 1,889 km (1,174 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Arrival: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Route Type: Domestic
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