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MRU → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (Plaisance) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Indian Ocean to the rugged karst mountains of Southern China and a better angle for the Yangtze River Delta approach.
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Mauritius East Coast
Stunning views of the turquoise lagoons and coral reefs of Belle Mare during the initial climb.
Indochina Highlands
Dense, mist-covered mountain ranges as the flight crosses over Myanmar and Northern Thailand.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
Spectacular karst topography and deep river canyons in Southwest China.
Lake Taihu
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive silver sheet during the descent.
Suzhou Water Towns
The intricate network of canals and urban expansion on the periphery of Shanghai.
Choose the left side for daylight arrivals to witness the incredible contrast between the high-altitude plateaus of China and the flat Yangtze Delta. If landing at night, the left side typically offers a better view of the illuminated urban sprawl of the Greater Shanghai area during the final bank into Pudong.
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Deep blue oceanic vistas with dramatic tropical cloud formations and potential sunrise views.
Sri Lankan Coastline
Distant views of the southern tip of Sri Lanka depending on the specific seasonal air corridor.
Mergui Archipelago
Hundreds of small, uninhabited islands scattered across the Andaman Sea off the Myanmar coast.
South China Sea Shipping
Views of one of the world's busiest maritime routes, often dotted with massive cargo ships.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
The remarkable S-shaped trans-oceanic bridge visible during the final 20 minutes of flight.
The right side is ideal for passengers on overnight flights who wish to see the sunrise over the East China Sea. During the final approach, look out for the massive container terminals of the Port of Shanghai, which is often visible on the starboard side as you cross the coastline.
Book Hotels in ShanghaiDistance: 8,922 km (5,544 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 30 min
Departure: MRU (-20.430201, 57.683601)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: International
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