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NGB → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the coastal plains to the rugged karst topography of the Guizhou plateau and the vibrant red soil of Yunnan.
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Zhejiang Tea Hills
Terraced green hills near Quzhou shortly after departure from Ningbo.
Xiang River Valley
The winding artery of Hunan province, flanked by fertile agricultural lands and growing cities.
Fanjingshan Peak
An isolated UNESCO World Heritage peak in Guizhou that often pokes through the cloud layer.
Guizhou Karst Forest
A sea of thousands of limestone cone-shaped hills stretching toward the horizon.
Dongchuan Red Earth
The striking iron-rich red soil of the Yunnan plateau creating a patchwork of vibrant colors.
The right side (north-facing) provides more consistent lighting and less glare during the daytime journey westward. It is the best side for spotting the distinct 'sugar-loaf' karst peaks of the Wuling and Fanjingshan ranges. Look for the sharp contrast in soil color as the plane ascends the Yunnan plateau.
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Wuyi Mountain Range
Dramatic cliffs and lush green peaks visible as you cross the border between Jiangxi and Fujian.
Mount Heng (Nanyue)
One of the Five Great Mountains of China, featuring iconic Taoist temples perched on forested ridges.
Guiyang Cityscape
The high-altitude capital of Guizhou, surrounded by unique urban karst formations.
Pingtang Bridge
A massive engineering marvel visible over the deep canyons of Guizhou's karst landscape.
Dianchi Lake
The largest freshwater lake in Yunnan, often visible during the final descent into Kunming.
For morning flights, the left side is south-facing and may experience significant glare; sit here during sunset flights for a spectacular golden hour over the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. Keep your camera ready during the descent for views of the Dianchi Lake shoreline if the flight path approaches from the south.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,900 km (1,181 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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