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OKJ → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Okayama Airport (Okayama) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Seto Inland Sea's islands after takeoff and a more dramatic perspective of the Shanghai coastline and port infrastructure during the descent.
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Seto Inland Sea
Panoramic views of the numerous islands and the Shimanami Kaido bridges immediately following departure.
Hiroshima Bay
Excellent visibility of the urban sprawl of Hiroshima and the jagged coastline of the Chugoku region.
Mount Unzen
On clear days, the volcanic peaks of the Shimabara Peninsula in Kyushu can be seen in the distance.
Jeju Island
As you cross the East China Sea, the southern horizon often reveals the silhouette of South Korea's Jeju Island.
Yangshan Port
View the massive container terminals and the 32km long Donghai Bridge as you approach Shanghai Pudong.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly spectacular during the first 30 minutes of flight over the Japanese archipelago. Look for the distinct green-to-brown water color transition as you cross from the deep sea to the Yangtze sediment zones.
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Chugoku Mountains
Views of the forested interior mountain ranges of western Honshu shortly after takeoff.
Sea of Japan Coast
The northern coastline of the San'in region is often visible before the aircraft turns west-southwest.
Tsushima Island
A clear view of the mountainous Tsushima Island located in the middle of the Korea Strait.
Yangtze River Mouth
Observe the massive sediment plumes and the winding channels of the Yangtze River delta during final approach.
The right side is better for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep your camera ready during the descent into PVG for views of the vast network of canals and agricultural land typical of the Jiangsu province.
Book Hotels in ShanghaiDistance: 1,193 km (741 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: OKJ (34.7569007874, 133.854995728)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: International
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