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HKG → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Hong Kong departure, the diverse inland topography of Fujian, and a high probability of seeing the iconic Shanghai skyline during the final approach into Pudong.
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Victoria Harbour
Breathtaking views of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon's skyscrapers immediately after takeoff from HKG.
Fujian Mountains
Rugged, verdant mountain ranges of southeastern China providing deep green textures at cruising altitude.
Qiantang River
The massive winding river near Hangzhou, famous for the world's largest tidal bore.
Taihu Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a vast silver expanse during the descent phase.
Shanghai Urban Sprawl
Dense urban landscape and the Lujiazui financial district if the approach path passes west of the airport.
Book an 'A' seat for the best views. On evening flights, the city lights of the Pearl River Delta and the Yangtze Delta are spectacular. For the best photography, choose a flight departing around 2:00 PM to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the Fujian mountains and Shanghai skyline without glare.
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Daya Bay
Beautiful coastal inlets and islands located just east of the Shenzhen/Hong Kong border.
Taiwan Strait
Vast maritime views with heavy shipping traffic and the distant silhouette of the Taiwan coastline on clear days.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
An engineering marvel, this S-shaped bridge spans the sea and is visible as you cross into Zhejiang province.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A stunning collection of hundreds of islands scattered across the East China Sea near Ningbo.
Yangtze River Mouth
The dramatic transition where the sediment-rich Yangtze River meets the blue waters of the Pacific.
Select a 'K' seat for coastal scenery. This side is particularly beautiful during morning flights (before 10:00 AM) to catch the sun reflecting off the East China Sea. Look out for the massive container ships queued up near the Yangshan Deep Water Port during the final approach.
Book Hotels in ShanghaiDistance: 1,256 km (780 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: International
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