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JJN → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (Quanzhou) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic coastline of the East China Sea, the extensive Zhoushan Archipelago, and massive infrastructure projects like the Hangzhou Bay Bridge.
Quanzhou Bay
Immediate views of the ancient maritime silk road port and its modern industrial shipping facilities.
Meizhou Bay
A deep-water port area filled with cargo ships and intricate coastal indentations.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A spectacular sight of hundreds of small, green islands scattered across the blue waters of the East China Sea.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
The world-famous 'S-shaped' trans-oceanic bridge is often visible during the mid-to-late portion of the flight.
Yangshan Deep-Water Port
Look for the world's largest automated container terminal and its long connecting bridge in the distance near the mouth of the Yangtze.
The right side is the 'scenic route' for this flight. For the best views of the Zhoushan islands and the Hangzhou Bay Bridge, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the water from the east. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the best coastal shots.
Fujian Highlands
The rugged, lush green mountain ranges of inland Fujian province provide a rhythmic landscape shortly after takeoff.
Fuzhou City
A clear view of the provincial capital's dense urban center situated along the banks of the Min River.
Wenzhou Basin
Observe the unique geography of Wenzhou, where the mountains meet the river plains and the urban sprawl.
Zhejiang Tea Hills
As the flight nears Shanghai, the terrain shifts to the rolling hills famous for Longjing and other green teas.
Shanghai Suburbs
The final descent often provides a view of the vast residential and industrial zones of Songjiang and Minhang.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun over the sea. This side is ideal for travelers interested in the topography of China's southeastern mountain ranges. On a clear day, look for the winding paths of major rivers cutting through the valleys.
Distance: 761 km (473 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: JJN (24.7964, 118.589996)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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