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REP → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Siem Reap International Airport (Siem-reap) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more consistent view of the winding Mekong River and a spectacular perspective of Dianchi Lake during the descent into Kunming.
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Tonle Sap Lake
Shortly after takeoff, view the vast expanse of Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake to the southwest.
Mekong River S-Bends
Watch the mighty Mekong carve through the lush landscapes of Northern Cambodia and Laos.
Luang Prabang Range
Dramatic limestone karsts and densely forested ridges as you cross the border into the highlands.
Lancang River Gorges
In Southern Yunnan, the upper Mekong (Lancang) flows through deep, narrow mountain valleys.
Dianchi Lake
A breathtaking view of China's sixth-largest freshwater lake as the plane aligns for its final approach.
Book a window seat well ahead of the wing for the best views of the Mekong. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the afternoon sun, which can be intense when looking west over the water features.
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Dangrek Mountains
The natural border between Cambodia and Thailand, characterized by steep escarpments.
Red River Valley
The Yuan River (Red River) basin creates a distinct agricultural landscape in Southern Yunnan.
Fuxian Lake
Located south of Kunming, this crystal-clear deep-water lake is visible shortly before landing.
Kunming Suburbs
View the rapid urban expansion and terrace farming surrounding the 'City of Eternal Spring'.
The right side is perfect for morning flights as the sun rises in the east, illuminating the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. Look for the distinct terracotta-colored soil of the Yunnan hills as you enter Chinese airspace.
Book Hotels in KunmingDistance: 1,303 km (810 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: REP (13.410699844400003, 103.81300354)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: International
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