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YCU → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Yuncheng Guangong Airport (Yuncheng) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side (facing west) offers spectacular views of the rugged Qinling Mountains and the dramatic canyons of the Jinsha River as the aircraft ascends onto the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau.
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Qinling Main Range
Stunning views of the high peaks of the Qinling Mountains, a major geographic and climatic divide in China.
Jinsha River Canyons
As the flight nears Yunnan, the deep, winding canyons of the upper Yangtze River (Jinsha) become visible.
Puli Bridge
Look for the massive engineering marvels of the G56 expressway spanning deep mountain gorges.
Dianchi Lake
During the descent into Kunming, the vast expanse of Dianchi Lake provides a beautiful backdrop to the city's skyline.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the golden hour light hitting the mountain peaks. Ensure you have a window seat away from the wing to see the deep river valleys during the transition into the Yunnan province.
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Yellow River Meander
Shortly after takeoff, see the massive S-curves of the Yellow River dividing Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces.
Funiu Mountains
View the eastern extensions of the Qinling range, characterized by sharp ridges and deep green valleys.
Chongqing Outskirts
On clear days, the sprawling urban density of the Chongqing municipality and its surrounding satellite cities is visible.
Guizhou Karst Peaks
Witness the unique 'chocolate hill' formations and limestone towers typical of the Guizhou landscape.
Sit on the left if you are flying during the morning to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for spotting the urban landscape of the eastern Sichuan Basin and the misty karst topography of the plateau.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,358 km (844 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: YCU (35.116391, 111.031388889)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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