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ZYI → KMG
Which side of the plane to sit from Zunyi Xinzhou Airport (Zunyi) to Kunming Changshui International Airport (Kunming)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Beipan River canyons and the high-altitude peaks of the Wumeng Mountain range as you cross from Guizhou into Yunnan.
Beipan River Gorges
Incredible views of the deep-cut river valleys and the world's highest bridges that span them.
Wumeng Mountains
High-altitude peaks that often rise above the cloud layer, marking the transition into the Yunnan Plateau.
Qujing Basin
The flat, fertile agricultural basin of Qujing, providing a sharp contrast to the surrounding jagged mountains.
Dongchuan Red Soil
Vibrant patches of oxidised red earth visible in the highlands near the Kunming approach.
Terraced Plateaus
Intricate agricultural terracing following the natural contours of the high-altitude Yunnan terrain.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset glow over the plateau. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes after takeoff for the most dramatic canyon views.
Zunyi Urban Landscape
Bird's eye view of the historic city of Zunyi and the surrounding hills immediately after takeoff from Xinzhou.
Wujiang River Crossing
The winding turquoise waters of the upper Wujiang River, the largest river in Guizhou province.
Anshun Karst Formations
Distinctive cone-shaped limestone hills characteristic of the South China Karst landscape.
Kunming Approach
Views of the sprawling suburbs and the industrial zones on the eastern edge of the Kunming metropolitan area.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side is better for spotting the winding road networks carved into the Guizhou hillsides.
Distance: 491 km (305 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: ZYI (27.5895, 107.0007)
Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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