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BFJ → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Bijie Feixiong Airport (Bijie) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior viewing experience, featuring the dramatic karst topography of Guizhou, the vast Poyang Lake, and the world-renowned granite peaks of Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) before descending into the Yangtze Delta.
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Guizhou Karst Peaks
Breathtaking limestone formations and deep river valleys typical of the Southwest China landscape.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, offering vast wetlands and intricate water patterns in Jiangxi Province.
Mount Huangshan
The iconic Yellow Mountain, famous for its 'sea of clouds' and jagged granite peaks, visible in southern Anhui.
Qiandao Lake
The 'Lake of a Thousand Islands,' a stunning man-made reservoir with emerald waters and lush green islets.
Shanghai Puxi District
As the plane approaches SHA, enjoy a southward view of the dense urban fabric of central Shanghai.
The Right Side is essential for spotting Huangshan; check the weather forecast for clear skies over Anhui. Morning flights offer the most vibrant colors for the karst mountains. During the descent, look for the Qiantang River winding toward Hangzhou Bay. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the most scenic transition from mountains to water.
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Rugged mountain ranges on the border of Guizhou and Hunan provinces shortly after takeoff.
Changsha Metro Area
A clear view of the sprawling capital of Hunan and the Xiang River cutting through the city.
Dongting Lake
The second-largest freshwater lake in China, visible to the north in the middle section of the flight.
Suzhou Cityscape
The 'Venice of the East' with its intricate canal networks and modern industrial parks during the descent.
Taihu Lake North Shore
Massive freshwater lake that dominates the landscape as the plane enters the final approach corridor.
Choose the left side for better lighting conditions during afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side provides an excellent perspective of the high-density urban development around Suzhou and Wuxi during the final 20 minutes of the flight. Watch for the Yangtze River shimmering in the distance to the north.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,598 km (993 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: BFJ (27.267065999999996, 105.472097)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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