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SJW → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Shijiazhuang Daguocun International Airport (Shijiazhuang) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Taihang Mountains early in the flight and the rugged edges of the Sichuan Basin and Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau during the second half of the journey.
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Taihang Mountains
Dramatic cliff faces and deep valleys of the mountain range that separates the Loess Plateau from the North China Plain.
Yellow River Crossing
A spectacular view of the 'Mother River' of China as it winds through the transition from plateau to plain.
Qinling-Daba Mountains
Densely forested ridges that serve as the natural boundary between North and South China.
Yangtze River Gorges
The rugged terrain surrounding the upper reaches of the Yangtze River near the Chongqing border.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
Breathtaking views of high-altitude karst peaks and deep river canyons during the descent into Kunming.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic geological transitions. The Taihang range is visible shortly after takeoff from SJW. In the afternoon, the sun will be on this side, so high-quality sunglasses are recommended. The final 30 minutes of flight offer spectacular views of Yunnan's unique red soil and mountain ridges.
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Zhengzhou Urban Area
A clear view of the sprawling provincial capital of Henan and its dense urban development.
North China Plain
Vast, geometric agricultural patterns stretching across Henan and Hubei provinces.
Danjiangkou Reservoir
A massive blue expanse marking the source of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project.
Wuling Mountains
The eastern edges of the karst mountain ranges as you transition into Guizhou province.
Choose this side for morning flights to enjoy soft lighting over the Henan plains. During winter, look for the subtle transition from the brown, dry north to the greener landscapes of the south. This side is typically shielded from the harsh afternoon sun on this southbound route.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,837 km (1,141 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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