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PEK → LUM
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Mangshi Airport (Luxi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the Loess Plateau to the towering peaks of the Hengduan Mountains and deep river gorges as you enter Yunnan province.
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Taihang Mountains
Dramatic cliffs and deep valleys that mark the edge of the North China Plain.
Loess Plateau
Incredible terraced agriculture and the unique yellow-soil erosion patterns of Shaanxi.
Qinling Mountains
The massive natural divide between North and South China, often showing a stark difference in vegetation.
Gongga Shan (Minya Konka)
On clear days, the snow-capped 7,556m peak of Sichuan's highest mountain is visible to the west.
Nu (Salween) River Gorge
Steep, breathtaking canyons as the plane crosses the high-altitude terrain of western Yunnan.
Dehong Tropical Forest
Lush, vibrant green hills and subtropical landscapes as the plane descends into Mangshi.
The right side is the 'mountain side.' Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography as the sun moves west. Watch for the 'Three Parallel Rivers' area—a UNESCO site—where the terrain becomes exceptionally rugged. Seasonal tip: Autumn and Winter provide the clearest skies for mountain spotting.
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Beijing Skyline
Bird's eye view of the capital's urban sprawl and iconic landmarks shortly after takeoff from PEK.
Yellow River
Look for the winding, muddy waters of China's 'Mother River' as the flight crosses into Shaanxi province.
Sichuan Basin
Dense urban clusters and rolling hills near the Chongqing and eastern Sichuan regions.
Erhai Lake
A stunning view of the crescent-shaped alpine lake and the nearby city of Dali.
Menghuan Grand Golden Pagoda
The sparkling golden spire of Mangshi's famous pagoda is often visible on the left during the final approach.
The left side is excellent for seeing major landmarks like Erhai Lake. For morning flights, choose this side to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun, though you may encounter more haze over the Sichuan Basin.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 2,424 km (1,506 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 14 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: LUM (24.4011, 98.5317)
Route Type: Domestic
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