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BHY → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Beihai Airport (Beihai) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
Provides a diverse mix of coastal scenery, featuring the dramatic Zhoushan Archipelago and the engineering marvel of Hangzhou Bay Bridge during the descent into Shanghai.
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Weizhou Island
China's largest volcanic island visible in the Gulf of Tonkin shortly after departing from Beihai.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
A spectacular view of the 36-kilometer S-shaped cross-sea bridge, one of the world's longest.
Ningbo-Zhoushan Port
The world's busiest cargo port with hundreds of container ships visible in the shipping lanes below.
Zhoushan Archipelago
Dozens of emerald green islands scattered throughout the East China Sea during the descent phase.
Yangtze Estuary
The dramatic visual line where the sediment-rich brown water of the Yangtze meets the blue ocean.
Sit here for morning flights to see the sunrise over the East China Sea. This side is superior for landing at PVG, as the approach often takes you directly over the Zhoushan islands and the massive logistics hubs of the coast. Have your camera ready about 30 minutes before landing for the bridge views.
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Beihai Silver Beach
A stunning view of the white sand coastline and the urban layout of Beihai city immediately after takeoff.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
Aerial perspective of the iconic limestone formations and winding rivers typical of southern China's topography.
Poyang Lake
Views of China's largest freshwater lake in Jiangxi province, which changes size dramatically with the seasons.
Lake Tai
The vast expanse of Taihu near the Yangtze Delta, surrounded by the dense urban lights of Wuxi and Suzhou.
Puxi Skyline
On specific landing patterns, a distant view of the Lujiazui financial district and the sprawling Puxi area.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the inland mountains. Keep your window shade open during the first 20 minutes for the best views of the Guangxi karst landscape. In winter, look for the contrast between the green southern forests and the hazy northern plains.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,639 km (1,018 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: BHY (21.5394, 109.293999)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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