NYT → KMG

Shan Plateau Scenery

Extensive views of the high-altitude plateaus and winding mountain roads of Eastern Myanmar.

Thanlwin (Salween) River

A breathtaking view of the deep, narrow gorge where the Salween River cuts through the mountains.

Lancang (Mekong) River

The upper reaches of the Mekong River are visible as a silver ribbon snaking through the Yunnan valleys.

Terraced Hillsides

In the latter half of the flight, spot the intricate agricultural terracing on the slopes of the Yunnan mountains.

KMG Approach

Excellent views of the rolling red-soil hills surrounding Kunming Changshui International Airport.

Naypyidaw Sprawl

View the uniquely wide boulevards and massive government complexes of Myanmar's capital immediately after takeoff.

Northern Shan Highlands

The rugged, forested mountains of northern Shan State provide a continuous backdrop of emerald green peaks.

Yunnan Plateau

As you enter China, the terrain rises into the high-altitude plateau characterized by limestone karst formations.

Kunming Cityscape

Depending on the approach pattern, the left side often provides a clearer view of the 'City of Eternal Spring' during descent.