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JGS → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Jinggangshan Airport (Jian) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the mountainous Jiangxi landscape upon departure and the expansive Lake Tai during the descent into the Yangtze River Delta.
Jinggang Mountains
Dense, mist-covered peaks surrounding the airport, known as the 'Cradle of the Chinese Revolution'.
Gan River Meanders
The primary river of Jiangxi province carving through the landscape with distinct oxbow bends.
Lake Tai (Taihu)
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive blue expanse just south of the descent path.
Suzhou Urban Area
A dense grid of canals and modern skyscrapers marking the western approach to the Shanghai metropolis.
Sit on the left for the best view of Lake Tai during the final 20 minutes of flight. Morning flights are recommended to avoid the afternoon glare from the southern sun, which can obscure details of the Jiangxi river networks.
Huizhou Villages
Bird's-eye view of traditional white-walled, grey-tiled architecture scattered throughout the hilly terrain.
Qiandao Lake
The 'Thousand Island Lake' reservoir, recognizable by its turquoise waters and countless emerald islets.
Hangzhou Bay Fringe
Distant views of the coastal industrial zones and the massive infrastructure connecting the delta.
Shanghai Skyline
If the flight approaches Hongqiao from the south, look for the Lujiazui financial district in the distance.
The right side is ideal if the flight path takes a more southerly route, offering glimpses of the Qiandao Lake. During the spring (March-April), look for the bright yellow rapeseed flower fields in the Wuyuan region.
Distance: 803 km (499 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: JGS (26.8568992615, 114.736999512)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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