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NGQ → KHG
Which side of the plane to sit from Ngari Gunsa Airport (Shiquanhe) to Kashgar Airport (Kashi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers an extraordinary vantage point for viewing the Karakoram Range and the towering massifs of the Pamir Mountains, including Mustagh Ata.
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Karakoram Range
Stunning views of the world's second-highest mountain range with jagged peaks and massive glaciers.
Mustagh Ata
View the 'Father of Ice Mountains,' a massive 7,546m peak that dominates the horizon near Kashgar.
Kongur Tagh
The highest peak in the Pamir Mountains, often visible alongside Mustagh Ata during the descent.
Aksai Chin Plateau
A high-altitude, desolate desert landscape situated between the Kunlun and Karakoram ranges.
Karakul Lake
If the flight path trends west, catch a glimpse of this high-altitude lake reflecting the nearby snowy peaks.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sun illuminating the eastern faces of the Karakoram. The approach into Kashgar often passes very close to the Pamir giants, making for incredible photography opportunities. Ensure your window is clean as the high-altitude light is very intense.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaKunlun Mountains
The northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, featuring stark, folded mountain ridges.
Taklamakan Desert
The vast 'Sea of Death' becomes visible as you descend toward the Tarim Basin.
Kashgar Oasis
Watch the dramatic transition from barren desert to the lush, green irrigation networks surrounding Kashgar city.
Yarkant River
A major river winding through the desert, creating a thin ribbon of life amidst the sand.
The right side is excellent for observing the geomorphology of the Kunlun range and the vast scale of the Taklamakan Desert. On afternoon flights, the low sun angle creates dramatic shadows across the sand dunes during the final approach into Kashgar. Keep an eye out for the distinct line where the mountains end and the desert begins.
Book Hotels in KashiDistance: 904 km (562 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: NGQ (32.1, 80.05305555560001)
Arrival: KHG (39.5429000854, 76.0199966431)
Route Type: Domestic
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