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CTU → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the best vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Sichuan Basin to the Daba Mountains, plus a clear view of the Yangtze River's path through major cities like Nanjing and the vast expanse of Lake Tai.
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Daba Mountains
The rugged northern edge of the Sichuan Basin where mountains rise sharply from the plains.
Wuhan Metropolitan Area
Aerial view of the massive conurbation where the Yangtze and Han Rivers meet.
Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge
A historic landmark spanning the wide Yangtze as the flight enters the delta region.
Taihu Lake
China's third-largest freshwater lake, known for its scenic islands and surrounding water towns.
Suzhou Cityscape
The ancient city of canals and gardens, easily visible just before the final descent into Shanghai.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side provides the best view of the 'Water Country' landscape of Jiangsu province. Keep an eye out for the distinctive circular layout of Lake Tai approximately 30 minutes before landing.
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Three Gorges Region
Distant views of the mountainous terrain surrounding the Yangtze River's famous reservoir.
Poyang Lake
The largest freshwater lake in China, which changes size dramatically depending on the season.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
If the flight path tracks south, you can see one of the longest trans-oceanic bridges in the world.
Pudong Skyline
On clear days during the final approach, the Lujiazui financial district skyscrapers are visible to the north-east.
Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to catch the sunset over the Yangtze River. During approach to PVG, if the plane circles south, this side offers the best view of the East China Sea coastline and the massive container ports.
Book Hotels in ShanghaiDistance: 1,704 km (1,059 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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