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LJG → WUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Lijiang Airport (Lijiang) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the high-altitude Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau to the deep Yangtze river valleys and the legendary Three Gorges region.
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Shortly after takeoff, view the jagged limestone peaks of the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere.
Jinsha River Bends
Watch the upper reaches of the Yangtze River carve deep, serpentine canyons through the rugged Yunnan terrain.
Daba Mountains
A massive mountain range providing a stark barrier between the Sichuan Basin and the central plains.
Shennongjia National Nature Reserve
A vast, densely forested UNESCO site known for its extreme biodiversity and mysterious, misty peaks.
Yangtze Gorges Transition
As the plane approaches Hubei, see the river widening and the dramatic shift from vertical cliffs to rolling hills.
For the best visibility of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, a morning flight is essential before clouds typically gather around the peak. Sit several rows ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Jinsha River's deep canyons. In winter, the snow-capped Daba mountains are particularly photogenic against the clear northern sky.
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Witness the unique 'sugarloaf' hill formations that define the topography of the southern plateau.
Wujiang River Gorge
A major tributary of the Yangtze known for its emerald green waters and dramatic limestone cliffs.
Dongting Lake
In the distance to the southeast, you may spot the expansive waters of China's second-largest freshwater lake.
Wuhan Metropolitan Area
On the final descent, the vast urban sprawl of the 'Three Towns of Wuhan' and the massive Yangtze bridges come into view.
Jianghan Plain
The lush, water-rich agricultural heartland of Hubei, crisscrossed by countless canals and ponds.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as it avoids the direct southern sun glare. During the descent into WUH, look for the intersection of the Yangtze and Han Rivers, which is more frequently visible from this side depending on the landing pattern. Seasonal rice planting in the Jianghan Plain creates a beautiful patchwork of reflective water during late spring.
Book Hotels in WuhanDistance: 1,435 km (892 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Arrival: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Route Type: Domestic
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