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NGB → LJG
Which side of the plane to sit from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (Ninbo) to Lijiang Airport (Lijiang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic landscapes, including the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the deep canyons of the Jinsha River during the final approach into Lijiang.
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Hangzhou Bay
Views of the massive estuary and potentially the Hangzhou Bay Bridge if the departure route tracks slightly north.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, which undergoes dramatic seasonal changes in size and appearance.
Jinsha River Gorges
The upper reaches of the Yangtze River cutting deep, winding canyons through the mountains as you enter Yunnan.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The crowning jewel of the flight; the massive glacier-capped massif is visible on the right during the descent into Lijiang.
Lijiang Ancient Town
Just before landing, you may spot the sprawling grey-tiled roofs of the UNESCO World Heritage old city.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Specifically, look out the window 20 minutes before landing for the best mountain views. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for photographing the snow peaks, provided the weather is clear.
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East China Sea Coast
Aerial views of the Ningbo-Zhoushan port area and the intricate coastline shortly after takeoff.
Wuyi Mountains
The rugged, ancient peaks along the border of Jiangxi and Fujian, known for tea production and biodiversity.
Guizhou Karst Plateau
An endless sea of conical limestone hills and hidden valleys typical of the southwestern Chinese landscape.
Erhai Lake Glimpses
If the flight path arcs southward, look for the brilliant blue waters of Erhai Lake near Dali in the distance.
The left side is generally better for early morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun as you travel westward. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain from the flat coastal plains of Zhejiang to the high-altitude plateaus of Yunnan.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 2,104 km (1,307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min
Departure: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)
Arrival: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Route Type: Domestic
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