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TYN → LJG
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan) to Lijiang Airport (Lijiang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic transitions in Chinese geography, including the rugged Loess Plateau, the high peaks of the Qinling Mountains, and a spectacular approach past the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain upon arrival in Lijiang.
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Loess Plateau Terraces
Unique geological formations and ancient agricultural terracing across the Shaanxi province.
Mount Taibai
The highest peak of the Qinling Mountains, often capped with snow during the winter and spring months.
Hengduan Mountains
Soaring, parallel mountain ranges that transition the landscape toward the Tibetan Plateau.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The iconic, glacier-topped massif (Yulong Xueshan) that dominates the skyline during the descent into Lijiang.
Jinsha River Gorge
Deep canyon views of the Jinsha River (Upper Yangtze) as it snakes through the Hengduan valleys.
The right side is essential for the best views of the high-altitude snow peaks. For the most dramatic view of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, choose a window seat on the right and opt for a flight arriving in the afternoon when the sun illuminates the western faces of the glaciers. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
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Yellow River Confluence
Aerial view of the Fen River meeting the Yellow River as the flight departs the Shanxi region.
Eastern Qinling Range
Dense, forested mountain ridges that form the natural boundary between northern and southern China.
Sichuan Basin Edge
The hazy, verdant landscapes and dense urban clusters on the eastern edge of the Sichuan province.
Upper Yangtze River
Views of the winding Yangtze River as it cuts through the mountainous terrain of northern Yunnan.
The left side provides softer lighting during morning flights. It is ideal for observing the dense agricultural patterns of the Sichuan Basin and the intricate river systems of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. Watch for the dramatic change in soil color from yellow to deep red as you move south.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,691 km (1,051 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Arrival: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Route Type: Domestic
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