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LJG → TNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Lijiang Airport (Lijiang) to Yaoqiang Airport (Jinan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Qinling Mountain range and the iconic snaking path of the Yellow River before the descent into Jinan.
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Visible shortly after takeoff, these glaciated peaks dominate the Lijiang skyline.
Qinling Mountains
The massive geographical divide between North and South China, featuring rugged ridges.
Xi'an Metropolitan Area
Aerial views of the sprawling ancient capital and its modern urban grid.
Yellow River (Huanghe)
The 'Mother River' of China is visible as it winds through the Loess Plateau.
North China Plain
A vast, intricate patchwork of agricultural fields stretching to the horizon.
Book an early morning flight for the clearest air over the Qinling range. The left side avoids the direct southern sun for much of the northeasterly flight path, reducing glare for photography. Look for the distinct change in landscape from the green mountains of Yunnan to the dryer, yellow-toned Loess Plateau.
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Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
Extremely rugged karst topography and deep river canyons during the initial cruise.
Sichuan Basin Edge
The transition into the misty Sichuan region often creates a beautiful 'sea of clouds'.
Mount Tai (Taishan)
One of China's most sacred peaks, visible to the southeast as the plane nears Jinan.
Jinan City Skyline
The 'City of Springs' and its modern high-rises appear during the final approach.
On afternoon flights, the right side will experience significant sun glare. However, keep your eyes peeled during the final 20 minutes of the flight; Mount Tai is a massive landmark to the south (right) that is culturally significant and visually imposing on a clear day.
Book Hotels in JinanDistance: 1,958 km (1,217 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Arrival: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)
Route Type: Domestic
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