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DLC → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a continuous view of the Chinese coastline, including the rugged Shandong Peninsula and the unique agricultural patterns of the Jiangsu delta.
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Miaodao Islands
A beautiful archipelago bridging the gap between the Liaodong and Shandong Peninsulas.
Shandong Peninsula
Scenic views of the mountainous coastline and urban areas near Yantai and Weihai.
Jiangsu Aquaculture
A patchwork of coastal salt pans and fish farms creating intricate geometric patterns on the ground.
Yangtze River Delta
The massive scale of the Yangtze River estuary as it empties into the sea near Shanghai.
Shanghai Outskirts
Detailed views of the rapid urbanization and infrastructure leading into the Pudong district.
Sit on the right for the best coastal landmarks. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for photography as the sun illuminates the coastline from the west. Avoid seats directly over the wing for the clearest view of the Miaodao Islands shortly after takeoff.
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Yellow Sea Expanse
Uninterrupted views of the vast Yellow Sea and its changing shades of blue and green.
International Shipping Lanes
Spot large container ships and tankers navigating the busy maritime corridors toward the Bohai Rim.
Yangshan Deep-Water Port
Distant views of one of the world's busiest container ports during the final approach over the East China Sea.
The left side is ideal for sunrise views on early morning flights. On approach to PVG, keep an eye out for the vast offshore wind farms located in the East China Sea.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 870 km (541 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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