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LXA → DIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (Lhasa) to Diqing Airport (Shangri-La)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the sacred Meili Snow Mountain range and the dramatic gorges of the Three Parallel Rivers region.
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Yamdrok Lake
One of Tibet's three largest sacred lakes, known for its brilliant turquoise color and fan-like shape.
Meili Snow Mountain
The majestic Kawa Garbo peak, the highest point in Yunnan and a site of immense spiritual significance.
Lancang River Gorge
Deeply incised canyons of the upper Mekong River showing extreme vertical relief.
Himalayan Skyline
A continuous panoramic view of the eastern Himalayan chain stretching toward the southern horizon.
Shangri-La Plateau
The high-altitude basin of Diqing appearing as a golden patchwork of barley fields and Tibetan villages.
This is the 'scenic side' for this route. Aim for a seat behind the wing to capture the scale of the Meili range. Flights departing Lhasa before 9:00 AM provide the most dramatic lighting on the snow peaks and the best chance of cloud-free views over Yamdrok Lake.
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Yarlung Tsangpo Valley
Dramatic aerial views of the world's highest major river system immediately after takeoff from Lhasa.
Nyenchen Tanglha Range
The jagged, snow-dusted peaks forming the northern boundary of the Lhasa valley.
Jinsha River Bends
The upper reaches of the Yangtze River as it carves through deep, narrow mountain valleys.
Baima Snow Mountain
A stunning nature reserve featuring high-altitude glaciated peaks visible during the descent into Shangri-La.
The left side is superior for observing the intricate patterns of the Yarlung Tsangpo riverbeds. For the best photography of the Baima range, choose a morning flight to avoid the afternoon haze often found in the Hengduan Mountains.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 872 km (542 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: LXA (29.2978000641, 90.9119033813)
Arrival: DIG (27.7936, 99.6772)
Route Type: Domestic
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