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KWE → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Longdongbao Airport (Guiyang) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the UNESCO-listed Mount Huangshan and the expansive Lake Taihu, followed by a better angle for the Shanghai city skyline during standard landing patterns.
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Guizhou Karst Peaks
Dramatic limestone formations and deep valleys visible immediately after departing Guiyang.
Dongting Lake
A massive flood-basin lake in Hunan province, appearing as a shimmering silver mirror on clear days.
Mount Huangshan
The 'Yellow Mountain' peaks often emerge from a sea of clouds, showcasing iconic granite cliffs.
Lake Taihu
China's third-largest freshwater lake, surrounded by the dense urban clusters of Wuxi and Suzhou.
Shanghai Urban Core
On the descent into PVG, catch a glimpse of the Lujiazui skyscrapers and the winding Huangpu River.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For the best views of Mount Huangshan, look out approximately 70-80 minutes into the flight. Morning flights often provide a beautiful 'sea of clouds' over the mountains, while evening arrivals offer a spectacular light show over the Yangtze Delta.
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Wulingyuan Terrain
Views of the rugged forest landscape of western Hunan as you cross toward the central plains.
Poyang Lake
The southern reaches of China's largest freshwater lake, vital for migratory birds.
Hangzhou Bay
The vast estuary where the Qiantang River meets the sea, occasionally revealing the Hangzhou Bay Bridge.
East China Sea
Deep blue coastal waters and busy shipping lanes visible during the final approach into Pudong.
Pudong Coastline
Industrial ports and the massive infrastructure of the Shanghai Free-Trade Zone during landing.
The right side is excellent if the flight path tracks slightly south, offering views of the Zhejiang mountains. During the landing phase at PVG, this side is best for seeing the coastline and the massive scale of the Shanghai port facilities. Use polarized sunglasses to reduce the glare from the East China Sea during afternoon flights.
Book Hotels in ShanghaiDistance: 1,547 km (961 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: KWE (26.53849983215332, 106.8010025024414)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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