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NNY → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanyang Jiangying Airport (Nanyang) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of rugged mountain terrain and the best potential views of the iconic Shanghai skyline during the final approach into Hongqiao.
Funiu Mountains
Rugged ridges and deep valleys of the southern Henan mountain ranges shortly after departure.
Dabie Mountains
Dramatic mountain peaks and lush forestry as the plane crosses into western Anhui.
Meishan Reservoir
The deep blue waters of the large reservoirs nestled within the Dabie mountain folds.
Yangtze River Delta
The dense maze of rivers and lakes that define the prosperous Jiangnan region.
Shanghai Skyline
If the flight approaches from the south, the Lujiazui skyscrapers (Oriental Pearl Tower) are often visible in the distance.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the light reflecting off the mountain ridges. During the final descent into SHA, keep your eyes peeled for the high-speed rail lines and the dense urban sprawl of Shanghai's western districts.
Nanyang Cityscape
Aerial view of the Nanyang urban center and the Baihe River immediately after takeoff.
Henan Plains
Vast stretches of organized agricultural land characteristic of the Central China plains.
Huai River Basin
The winding Huai River, marking the traditional geographic divide between North and South China.
Hefei Outskirts
Views of the northern expansion and industrial zones of Anhui's capital city.
Lake Tai (Taihu)
Expansive views of China's third-largest freshwater lake as the flight enters the Yangtze Delta.
The left side is ideal for morning flights as it stays in the shade, providing better lighting for photography of the Huai River and the flat, water-rich landscape of Jiangsu. Watch for the intricate network of canals as you descend.
Distance: 845 km (525 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: NNY (32.980801, 112.614998)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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