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DAX → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Dachuan Airport (Dazhou) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the meandering Yangtze River, the massive urban sprawl of Wuhan, and the iconic Shanghai skyline during the descent into Pudong.
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Yangtze River Bend
Frequent views of the mighty river as it winds through the central Chinese plains.
Wuhan Bridges
Spectacular views of the massive bridges spanning the Yangtze and Han rivers in the heart of Wuhan.
Taihu Lake
The shimmering expanse of one of China's largest freshwater lakes near Suzhou and Wuxi.
Shanghai Skyline
Clear views of the Lujiazui financial district, including the Shanghai Tower, if the approach path comes from the west.
East China Sea Coast
The busy shipping lanes and massive cargo ships waiting at the mouth of the Yangtze River.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to catch the 'Golden Hour' reflection on the water. On the descent into PVG, keep your camera ready for the Pudong skyscrapers, which are typically visible on this side during a standard westerly approach.
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Daba Mountains
Dramatic views of the rugged peaks and deep valleys as you depart the Sichuan Basin.
Nanjing Cityscape
Bird's-eye view of the historic 'Ancient Capital' and its numerous bridges crossing the Yangtze.
Yangtze Delta Canals
A dense network of ancient waterways and modern irrigation channels stretching across Jiangsu.
Chongming Island
The world's largest estuarine alluvial island, visible as the plane aligns with the PVG runways.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. This side offers the best views of the purple-hued Zijin Mountain near Nanjing and the intricate agricultural patterns of the northern delta.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,367 km (849 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: DAX (31.1302, 107.4295)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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