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URC → KHG
Which side of the plane to sit from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (Urumqi) to Kashgar Airport (Kashi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the Tianshan's highest summits, including the massive 7,439m Tomur Peak, and incredible glacial landscapes that define the border region.
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Tomur Peak
The highest point in the Tianshan range, offering spectacular views of its ice-clad summit.
Glacier Fields
Immense alpine glaciers flowing through high-altitude valleys near the Kyrgyzstan border.
Red Sandstone Formations
Vividly colored and eroded canyon landscapes visible as the flight approaches Kashi.
Frontier Peaks
Rugged, jagged mountain walls that mark the natural boundary between China and Kyrgyzstan.
The right side is significantly more dramatic for mountain lovers. Try to secure a seat away from the wing to capture the sheer scale of the glaciers. Clear visibility is most common in late autumn and winter.
Book Hotels in KashiBogda Peak
The iconic snow-capped peak near Urumqi dominates the horizon shortly after departure.
Taklamakan Desert Edge
Witness the vast 'Sea of Death' stretching toward the horizon to the south.
Aksu Oasis
Vibrant green agricultural zones create a sharp contrast against the arid desert backdrop.
Ancient Silk Road
Tracing the historical trade routes that skirt the southern base of the Tianshan mountains.
Opt for a morning flight to minimize the atmospheric haze often found over the Tarim Basin. The left side is ideal for seeing the interaction between the high desert and the mountain foothills.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,066 km (662 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: URC (43.90710067749024, 87.47419738769531)
Arrival: KHG (39.5429000854, 76.0199966431)
Route Type: Domestic
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