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LXA → LHW
Which side of the plane to sit from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (Lhasa) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (Lanzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the massive Nyenchen Tanglha mountain range and the expansive high-altitude wilderness of the northern Tibet plateau.
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Nyenchen Tanglha Range
Witness the dramatic snow-capped peaks of this 700km long mountain chain shortly after takeoff from Lhasa.
High-Altitude Lakes
Spot numerous turquoise alpine lakes including the shimmering Namtso in the distance on clear days.
Kunlun Mountain Glaciers
Glance north to see the permanent ice caps and rugged ridges of the remote Kunlun and Hoh Xil regions.
Qilian Mountain Folds
Marvel at the complex, layered geological structures of the Qilian range as you approach Gansu province.
Book a window seat on the left to avoid the harsh southern sun glare during midday flights. This side provides consistent views of the highest mountain peaks. In winter, the landscape is a stunning, unbroken white expanse; in summer, look for the sharp contrast between the blue lakes and brown plateau earth.
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Yarlung Tsangpo River
View the intricate braided channels of Tibet's most famous river immediately after departing Lhasa Gonggar.
Eastern Himalaya Vistas
On very clear days, look southeast to spot the distant, towering peaks of the Eastern Himalayan range.
Gannan Grasslands
See the rolling high-altitude pastures of Gannan, which turn vibrant green during the summer months.
Yellow River Gorges
As the flight descends into Lanzhou, watch the Yellow River carving through the deep, reddish-brown loess plateau.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise reflecting off the Yarlung Tsangpo. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight to capture the unique loess canyons and the dramatic 'U' turns of the Yellow River near Lanzhou.
Book Hotels in LanzhouDistance: 1,430 km (889 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: LXA (29.2978000641, 90.9119033813)
Arrival: LHW (36.5152015686, 103.620002747)
Route Type: Domestic
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