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KWL → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (Guilin) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the iconic Guilin karst landscape during takeoff, followed by major inland lakes and a high probability of seeing the Shanghai skyline and the Bund during the standard arrival sequence into Pudong.
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Guilin Karst Mountains
Breathtaking views of the limestone 'gumdrop' peaks and the Li River immediately after departure.
Poyang Lake
China's largest freshwater lake, visible as a massive blue expanse in the Jiangxi province section of the flight.
Mount Lu (Lushan)
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its spiritual significance and often shrouded in mystical clouds.
Taihu Lake
The third largest freshwater lake in China, surrounded by the bustling cities of the Yangtze River Delta.
Shanghai City Center
On clear days, the Oriental Pearl Tower and Lujiazui skyscrapers are visible during the descent into PVG.
Book an early morning flight to catch the sunrise mist over the Guilin mountains. Choose a seat ahead of the wing (Rows 5-12) to ensure the engine doesn't block your view of the lakes and the city skyline. During winter, look for rare snow dusting on the Jiangxi mountain ranges.
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Wuyi Mountains
Distances views of the rugged, forested peaks of the Fujian-Jiangxi border region.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
One of the world's longest trans-oceanic bridges, spanning the wide mouth of the bay.
Qiantang River
The winding river famous for the world's largest tidal bore, visible as it meets the East China Sea.
Yangshan Port
The massive offshore deep-water container terminal connected by the Donghai Bridge.
East China Sea Coast
The vast horizon of the Pacific Ocean as the plane turns for its final approach into Pudong.
This side is ideal for late afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind you, providing the best lighting for photography without glare. Keep a close watch as you approach Shanghai for the massive container ships entering the Yangtze estuary, which look like tiny toys from above.
Book Hotels in ShanghaiDistance: 1,327 km (825 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: KWL (25.21809959411621, 110.03900146484376)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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