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MIG → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Mianyang Airport (Mianyang) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the winding Yangtze River and a breathtaking panorama of Lake Tai during the final descent into the Shanghai delta.
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Yangtze River Bends
Spectacular views of the mighty Yangtze River as it meanders through the central plains.
Wuhan Bridges
If the flight path is southerly, you can spot the massive bridges spanning the Yangtze in Wuhan.
Lake Tai Expanse
A stunning, full-frame view of China's third-largest freshwater lake, often filled with fishing boats.
Shanghai Suburbs
The incredible urban density of Qingpu and Minhang districts during the final approach to SHA.
Hongqiao Hub
A top-down view of the massive integrated transport hub including high-speed trains and airport terminals.
The right side is unbeatable for sunset views on late afternoon flights. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the best shots of Lake Tai; the reflection of the sun on the water is spectacular in autumn and winter.
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Sichuan Basin Rim
The rugged terrain of the northern Sichuan Basin as the flight climbs out of Mianyang.
Hefei Skyline
Aerial view of the rapidly expanding capital of Anhui Province and the nearby Lake Chao.
Northern Lake Tai
The northern shoreline of the lake near Wuxi, showcasing the intersection of water and industry.
Suzhou Architecture
The dense network of canals and modern skyscrapers of Suzhou just before entering Shanghai airspace.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. This side is particularly good for spotting the high-speed rail tracks that run parallel to the flight path in the eastern segment of the journey.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,575 km (979 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: MIG (31.4281005859375, 104.74099731445312)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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