The left side offers spectacular views of the vast Dianchi Lake and the dense city center of Kunming as the plane descends over the plateau's unique landscape.
The left side offers a more consistent view of the winding Mekong River and a spectacular perspective of Dianchi Lake during the descent into Kunming.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Taihang Mountains early in the flight and the rugged edges of the Sichuan Basin and Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau during the second half of the journey.
The left side offers a superior view of the iconic Dianchi Lake and the 'Sleeping Beauty' Xishan mountain range during the approach to Kunming.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic karst landscapes of Guangxi and the rugged transition into the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic karst landscapes of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau and provides a spectacular angle for the descent into Kunming, often featuring views of the massive Dianchi Lake.
The left side provides the most immediate and spectacular views, specifically the panoramic vista of Qionghai Lake and Lushan Mountain right after takeoff, followed by the rugged folds of the Liangshan mountain ranges.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic transition from the Yangtze River basin to the rugged karst peaks of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, including views of the world's highest bridges.
The left side offers superior views of the Xiamen coastline upon departure, including Kinmen Island, and provides a stunning perspective of Dianchi Lake during the final approach into Kunming.
The right side offers a superior view of the rugged transition from the central plains to the spectacular limestone canyons and high-altitude plateaus of Guizhou and Yunnan.
The right side offers spectacular views of the famous Dongchuan Red Lands and the dramatic Jiaozi Snow Mountain as you descend into the Kunming basin.
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.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic karst topography of the Wulong region and the deep river canyons of the Wujiang and Beipanjiang rivers.