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SZX → LJG
Which side of the plane to sit from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen) to Lijiang Airport (Lijiang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an iconic and breathtaking view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Yulong Xueshan) as the plane descends into the Lijiang basin, providing a dramatic introduction to the Himalayan foothills.
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Beipan River Bridges
Keep an eye out for the world's highest bridges spanning deep limestone gorges as you cross from Guizhou into Yunnan.
Jinsha River
The winding upper reaches of the Yangtze River, cutting deep canyons through the mountainous terrain.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The absolute highlight; the 5,596m peak is often visible in its full glory during the descent into Lijiang.
Haba Snow Mountain
Located just across the Tiger Leaping Gorge from Jade Dragon, this symmetrical peak is frequently visible to the north.
Lijiang Ancient Town
On the final approach, the dense, grey-tiled roofs of the historic UNESCO World Heritage site can often be spotted.
The right side (F seats) is highly recommended for this route. For the best experience, choose a morning flight when the air is clearest and the mountains are less likely to be obscured by afternoon clouds. Ensure you are seated away from the wing to have an unobstructed view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, which will appear on the right side during the descent. Bring a polarising filter for your camera to cut through atmospheric haze.
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Pearl River Delta
Aerial views of the massive urban sprawl and industrial heartland of Shenzhen and Dongguan shortly after takeoff.
Guangxi Karst Landscape
The characteristic 'gumdrop' hills and limestone peaks typical of the Guilin and Yangshuo regions visible during mid-flight.
Erhai Lake
In the distance to the west, the large ear-shaped lake of Dali can often be spotted as the flight enters Yunnan province.
Yunnan Red Earth
The vibrant, oxidized soil of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau creates a patchwork of deep red and green agricultural fields.
Choose the left side for better views of the rolling plateau landscapes and the distinctive karst topography of southern China. This side generally experiences less direct glare from the sun on westward afternoon flights, making it easier to photograph the terrain. Look for the transition from the dense urban Pearl River Delta to the rugged, high-altitude terrain of the west.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,442 km (896 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Arrival: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Route Type: Domestic
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