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CKG → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the majestic Yangtze River winding through central China, the sprawling urban centers of Wuhan, and the beautiful Taihu Lake during the descent into Shanghai.
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Yangtze River Meanders
Witness the dramatic curves of the Yangtze River as it flows through the heart of China toward the sea.
Wuhan Metropolis
See the massive sprawling urban landscape of Wuhan, where the Han and Yangtze rivers converge.
Taihu Lake
Get a stunning overhead view of Lake Tai, one of China's largest freshwater lakes, known for its limestone islands.
Suzhou & Shanghai Suburbs
Observe the intricate network of canals and modern industrial zones of Suzhou and the southern Shanghai region.
The right side is ideal for capturing the scale of the Yangtze River. Book a midday flight for high-angle light that illuminates the river's surface. On the descent into PVG, this side often provides a clearer view of the Shanghai city skyline if the flight path circles from the south.
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Dabie Mountains
View the rugged peaks and deep valleys of the Dabie Mountains as you cross from Hubei into Anhui.
Nanjing Cityscape
Spot the historic city of Nanjing and the famous Yangtze River Bridge that connects its north and south banks.
Chongming Island
As you approach PVG from the north, see the massive alluvial island formed at the mouth of the Yangtze River.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. This side is better if you want to avoid direct sunlight on morning flights, providing clearer visibility of the northern Anhui plains and the Yangtze delta.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,461 km (908 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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