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YIC → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Yichun Mingyueshan Airport (Yichun) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is prioritized for its spectacular views of the Beipan River's deep canyons and the unique geological structures of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, including the famed Stone Forest during the descent.
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Mingyue Mountain
Dramatic granite peaks and lush greenery located just south of Yichun shortly after departure.
Luoxiao Mountains
Dense forested ridges that form a natural, rugged boundary between Jiangxi and Hunan provinces.
Beipan River Canyon
Breathtaking deep limestone gorges and record-breaking high-altitude bridges visible in western Guizhou.
Shilin Stone Forest
The UNESCO-listed karst landscape featuring towering limestone pillars visible during the approach to Kunming.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic geological formations. For afternoon flights, be prepared for some sun glare, but the light hitting the karst peaks of Guizhou creates incredible shadows and depth. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the Stone Forest.
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Yichun Urban Center
A comprehensive aerial view of the city layout and the Xiu River immediately after takeoff.
Xiang River
The wide, shimmering waters of Hunan's primary river as the flight crosses towards the west.
Guizhou Karst Sea
An endless horizon of thousands of small, cone-shaped limestone hills unique to this region.
Kunming Northern Heights
The sprawling suburbs and red-earth plateau surrounding Kunming Changshui International Airport.
The right side is ideal for avoiding direct sunlight on afternoon flights, providing better conditions for photography without window glare. It offers a broader view of the vast 'forest' of karst hills in Guizhou which can appear like waves on a green ocean.
Book Hotels in KunmingDistance: 1,171 km (728 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: YIC (27.8025, 114.3062)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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