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JUH → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Jiuhuashan Airport (Chizhou) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior perspective of the sacred Mount Jiuhua shortly after takeoff and provides an expansive view of the majestic Lake Tai during the descent into Shanghai.
Mount Jiuhua
Immediate views of one of the four sacred mountains of Chinese Buddhism right after departure.
Anhui Tea Hills
Rolling green hills famous for tea production, offering a lush landscape before hitting the plains.
Lake Tai (Taihu)
A spectacular aerial view of China's third-largest freshwater lake, often dotted with traditional fishing boats.
Shanghai Hongqiao Approach
Sweeping views of the Puxi district and the dense urban sprawl of western Shanghai during final descent.
The right side is essential for seeing Mount Jiuhua (Jiuhuashan) within the first 10 minutes of flight. On the descent, Lake Tai will dominate the view for several minutes; sit here for the best afternoon lighting as the sun sets to the west.
Yangtze River Bend
Excellent views of the winding Yangtze River as the flight tracks north of the waterway toward the delta.
Wuhu & Ma'anshan
Clear sights of the industrial landscape and major river bridges connecting these key Anhui cities.
Yangtze Delta Plains
A tapestry of fertile agricultural land crisscrossed by an ancient and modern canal network.
Suzhou Northern Suburbs
Modern high-rises and the rapid urban development characteristic of the southern Jiangsu corridor.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to get a better look at the massive Yangtze River bridges. During descent, look for the intricate patterns of the northern canal networks near Kunshan.
Distance: 352 km (219 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: JUH (30.7403, 117.6856)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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