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URC → KRL
Which side of the plane to sit from Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (Urumqi) to Korla Airport (Korla)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Bogda Peak and the massive Bosten Lake during the descent into Korla.
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Bogda Peak
The snow-capped summit of the eastern Tianshan, visible shortly after departure from Urumqi.
Dabancheng Wind Farm
A massive array of thousands of wind turbines located in the windy valley between Urumqi and Turpan.
Lake Chaiwopu
A striking blue lake nestled in the basin near the foothills of the Tianshan mountains.
Tianshan Glaciers
Aerial views of permanent ice fields and high-altitude glacial valleys as you cross the mountain spine.
Bosten Lake
China's largest inland freshwater lake, appearing as a vast desert oasis during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the 5,445m Bogda Peak. During the short 50-minute flight, keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff and again during the descent over the Yanqi Basin to capture Bosten Lake. Morning flights offer the best lighting as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes.
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Urumqi Skyline
The dense urban center of Xinjiang's capital as the plane climbs southwards.
Tianshan Ridges
A dramatic perspective of the rugged, multi-layered ridges stretching west toward Kyrgyzstan.
Tarim Basin Transition
The stark contrast as the lush alpine greenery gives way to the arid, reddish-brown hues of the south.
Alluvial Fans
Beautiful geological patterns formed by ancient water runoff at the base of the mountains near Korla.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in geological textures and the sharp transition between alpine and desert climates. For afternoon flights, this side will be in the sun, which can create glare but provides excellent contrast on the mountain ridges.
Book Hotels in KorlaDistance: 269 km (167 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: URC (43.90710067749024, 87.47419738769531)
Arrival: KRL (41.69779968261719, 86.12889862060547)
Route Type: Domestic
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