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KHN → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanchang Changbei International Airport (Nanchang) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic approach into Shanghai, including views of the Hangzhou Bay Bridge and the sprawling Pudong skyline before touching down near the coast.
Anhui Mountains
Distant views of the rugged peaks in southern Anhui, including the famous Huangshan range on clear days.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
The iconic S-shaped trans-oceanic bridge spanning the Hangzhou Bay, visible during the southern approach.
Pudong Skyline
Glimpses of the Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl Tower if the flight path tracks west of the airport.
Yangshan Deep Water Port
A massive automated container terminal connected by the Donghai Bridge in the East China Sea.
Shanghai Maglev Track
The high-speed magnetic levitation train track running parallel to the airport approach path.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to catch the golden hour over the East China Sea. This side is particularly rewarding during the final approach into PVG, as you often fly over the coastline, providing views of the world's busiest ports and the engineering marvel of the Hangzhou Bay Bridge.
Poyang Lake
The northern reaches of China's largest freshwater lake visible shortly after departure from Nanchang.
Yangtze River Bend
Aerial views of the massive Yangtze River as it meanders through the Anhui and Jiangsu provinces.
Taihu Lake
A vast, shimmering lake near Wuxi and Suzhou, often visible during the mid-flight descent phase.
Chongming Island
The world's largest estuarine alluvial island located at the mouth of the Yangtze River.
Suzhou Ancient Towns
The intricate network of canals and traditional architecture surrounding the city of Suzhou.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is excellent for spotting the massive water bodies of eastern China. Keep an eye out for Taihu Lake about 20 minutes before landing, as its scale is truly impressive from 20,000 feet.
Distance: 622 km (386 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: KHN (28.864999771118164, 115.9000015258789)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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