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KOW → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Ganzhou Airport (Ganzhou) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of China's most famous mountain ranges, including Huangshan, and typically provides a better angle of the Shanghai skyline during the approach to Hongqiao Airport.
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Wuyi Mountains
Spectacular rugged peaks and deep green valleys at the border of Jiangxi and Fujian provinces shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
Huangshan (Yellow Mountain)
The iconic granite peaks and pine-covered ridges of Anhui province are often visible under clear sky conditions.
Qiantang River
The massive waterway leading into Hangzhou Bay, known for its tidal bores, visible as you cross into Zhejiang.
Shanghai Skyscrapers
On the standard 'STAR' arrival into SHA, this side often faces the Lujiazui financial district and the Oriental Pearl Tower.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light hitting the Huangshan peaks. During landing at SHA, keep your camera ready for the Lujiazui skyline, which often appears about 5-10 minutes before touchdown depending on the wind direction.
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Ganzhou Old City
View the historic Song Dynasty city walls and the confluence of the Gong and Zhang rivers immediately after takeoff.
Poyang Lake
Catch a glimpse of China's largest freshwater lake to the north, especially vibrant during the summer high-water season.
Taihu Lake
A massive freshwater lake appearing during the descent, surrounded by the dense urban sprawl of the Yangtze River Delta.
Suzhou Urban Area
Intricate canal networks and modern industrial parks visible as the plane enters the final approach phase.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct sun glare from the east. This side is also excellent for spotting the complex canal networks of southern Jiangsu province during the descent.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 873 km (542 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: KOW (25.853333, 114.778889)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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