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CAN → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Wuyi Mountain range and a better angle of the Qiantang River and the Shanghai skyline during the final descent into Hongqiao.
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Wuyi Mountains
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dramatic karst formations and lush tea plantations.
Qiantang River
The winding river near Hangzhou, famous for the world's largest tidal bore.
Shanghai Puxi
Dense urban landscape of the historic Puxi area as the plane aligns for Hongqiao's runway.
Lujiazui Skyline
On clear days, the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower are visible in the distance to the east.
The right side is superior for mountain scenery mid-flight. For the best photography of Shanghai's skyline, aim for a late afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the buildings from the west.
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Guangzhou Sprawl
Aerial views of the northern Baiyun District and the expanding Guangzhou metropolitan area during takeoff.
Nanling Mountains
Green, jagged peaks marking the border between Guangdong and Jiangxi provinces.
Lake Taihu
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible just before the descent into the Yangtze River Delta.
Suzhou Canals
The intricate network of waterways and modern industrial parks in Suzhou, located just west of Shanghai.
Choose a window seat on the left for the best views of Lake Taihu during the descent. Morning flights are ideal to avoid direct sun glare, as the plane travels northeast.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,176 km (731 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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