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ICN → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Incheon International Airport (Seoul) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Yangtze River's massive estuary and the sprawling Chongming Island during the descent into Shanghai, providing a more geographically diverse visual experience.
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Yeongjongdo Islands
Aerial views of the small fishing islands and mudflats surrounding Incheon Airport during the initial climb.
Yangtze River Estuary
The dramatic sight where the brown, silt-heavy waters of the Yangtze River mix with the blue-green East China Sea.
Chongming Island
The world's largest alluvial island, featuring a patchwork of wetlands, forests, and agricultural land during descent.
Shanghai Urban Fringe
The beginning of the vast Shanghai metropolitan sprawl, featuring dense high-rise developments and canals.
The right side is highly recommended for sunset flights as the sun dips below the horizon over the Chinese mainland. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the scale of Chongming Island. In late spring, look for the distinct green agricultural patterns of the Yangtze Delta.
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Incheon Grand Bridge
A stunning view of the 21.38km bridge connecting Incheon to Yeongjong Island immediately after takeoff.
Yellow Sea Expanse
A vast view of the sea separating the Korean Peninsula and Mainland China, often filled with cargo ships.
Korean Archipelago
The complex rias coastline of South Korea's western shore with its numerous small, rocky islands.
Pudong Logistics Hub
An aerial view of the massive industrial and shipping infrastructure surrounding Pudong International Airport.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. During winter months, clear skies often provide visibility of the entire Incheon coastline. During the landing phase at PVG, look for the massive container ports that handle the world's busiest shipping lanes.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 822 km (511 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: International
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