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XIY → LJG
Which side of the plane to sit from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (Xi'an) to Lijiang Airport (Lijiang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the Qinling Mountains to the high-altitude peaks of the Hengduan range, including the iconic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain during the descent.
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Taibai Mountain
The highest peak of the Qinling range, often shrouded in clouds or snow, visible early in the flight.
Gongga Shan Vistas
On clear days, the distant 7,556m peak of Minya Konka can be seen towering over the western horizon.
Dadu River Canyon
Deep, narrow gorges and dramatic vertical drops visible as the plane traverses western Sichuan.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The spectacular 5,596m massif serves as a landmark for the Lijiang approach, appearing very close during descent.
Lijiang Ancient Town
The sprawling rooftops of the UNESCO World Heritage site are visible just before touchdown.
The right side is essential for seeing the snow-capped peaks. Book a morning flight to avoid the harsh glare of the afternoon sun over the Hengduan Mountains. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Yulong Snow Mountain.
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Qinling Range
Cross the majestic natural boundary between North and South China shortly after takeoff from Xi'an.
Chengdu Basin Edge
View the eastern periphery of the Sichuan Basin, characterized by dense settlements and lush green hills.
Jinsha River
See the winding, muddy waters of the upper Yangtze River as it carves through deep mountain valleys.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
Observe the unique karst topography and terraced farming common in the high-altitude regions of Yunnan.
Sit on the left if you want to see the sprawling urban clusters of the Sichuan Basin. Best viewed during the first half of the flight. For morning flights, this side will have soft, direct sunlight, which is excellent for photography of the green valleys.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,186 km (737 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: XIY (34.447102, 108.751999)
Arrival: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Route Type: Domestic
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