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MWX → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Muan International Airport (Muan) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the approach into Shanghai, providing views of the Yangtze River Delta and the developing coastal districts of Nanhui.
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Dadohaehaesang National Park
Bird's-eye view of the 'Sea of Many Islands' off the southwestern coast of the Korean Peninsula shortly after takeoff.
Yellow Sea Maritime Lanes
Observation of high-density international shipping traffic entering and exiting the major ports of Northeast Asia.
Yangtze Silt Plumes
A dramatic transition where the sediment-heavy brown waters of the Yangtze River mix with the blue waters of the East China Sea.
Nanhui New City
Aerial perspective of the circular Dishui Lake and the modern urban planning of Shanghai's southeastern tip during the descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. During the final approach to PVG, keep an eye out for the massive wind farm clusters along the coastline. If the flight arrives from the south, this side provides the best view of the planned city layouts near the airport.
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Sinan 1004 Islands
Immediate views of the dense archipelago of Sinan County, known for its salt farms and scenic bridges.
Chongming Island
Views of the world's largest alluvial island, often visible to the north when the plane aligns for its final westward approach.
Pudong Industrial Coast
The massive scale of Shanghai's industrial infrastructure and terminal docks along the northern approach path.
PVG Terminal Architecture
A clear view of the distinctive gull-wing terminal buildings of Pudong International Airport upon touchdown.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset if you are on a late afternoon flight, as the sun will set over the Chinese mainland. It also offers the most consistent views of the unique island chains near Muan immediately after rotation and climb-out.
Book Hotels in ShanghaiDistance: 604 km (375 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: MWX (34.991406, 126.382814)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: International
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