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LYA → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Luoyang Airport (Luoyang) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Qinling Mountains, the primary geographic divide of China, and the dramatic elevation transition onto the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau.
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Yellow River Meanders
The massive river valley visible to the northwest during the initial climb phase.
Qinling Mountains
A breathtaking look at the massive east-west mountain range with peaks exceeding 3,000 meters.
Daba Mountains
Rugged, high-altitude terrain marking the transition into the Sichuan Basin.
Sichuan Basin Edge
The hazy, fertile landscape of eastern Sichuan contrasting with the surrounding peaks.
Wumeng Mountains
Spectacular high-altitude ridges as the plane crosses into Yunnan province.
Yunnan Red Earth
The iconic oxidized red soil of the plateau visible during the final descent into Kunming.
For the best visibility of the Qinling ridges, sit on the right side and book a flight between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is high, minimizing glare. This side is particularly stunning in autumn when the mountain visibility is highest. Look for the massive 'Red Earth' patterns near Dongchuan as you approach Kunming.
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Luoyang Urban Area
Aerial views of the ancient capital and its grid-like structure upon departure.
Mount Song
The sacred Taoist mountain and home of Shaolin Temple visible to the south.
Guizhou Karst
Famous limestone tower formations and deep green sinkholes typical of the region.
Wu River
A major tributary of the Yangtze winding through deep, narrow limestone gorges.
Guiyang Perimeter
The rapidly expanding infrastructure and bridges of Guizhou's capital city.
Choose a morning flight to see the karst hills of Guizhou illuminated by the eastern sun, creating long shadows that emphasize the unique topography. During the winter, this side often sees more of the 'sea of clouds' phenomenon over the humid valleys.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,405 km (873 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: LYA (34.741100311299995, 112.388000488)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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