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PVG → CGQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Longjia Airport (Changchun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Yellow Sea coastline, the iconic islands of the Bohai Strait, and the industrial landscape of Dalian harbor.
Yangtze River Estuary
Observe the massive sediment plumes where China's longest river meets the East China Sea.
Shandong Coastline
Follow the scenic cliffs and beaches along the eastern edge of the Shandong Peninsula.
Bohai Strait Islands
The Miaodao Archipelago creates a stunning 'stepping stone' visual between Yantai and Dalian.
Dalian Port
Clear views of the strategic harbor, shipyards, and coastal topography of the Liaodong Peninsula.
Northeast China Plain
Vast agricultural grids that transform into a white snowscape during the winter months.
Morning flights provide the best lighting for the sea and islands. The highlight is the 15-minute window crossing the Bohai Strait; keep your camera ready as you pass Dalian. In winter, look for sea ice patterns near the coast.
Shanghai Cityscape
Aerial views of the Huangpu River and the dense urbanization of the Yangtze Delta immediately after takeoff.
Jiangsu Farmland
A complex patchwork of irrigated fields and ancient canal networks stretching across the flat plains.
Shandong Inland
Distant views of the rugged mountainous interior of Shandong province on clear days.
Shenyang Metropolis
The sprawling urban center of Liaoning's capital is often visible during the initial descent phase.
Sit on the left for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset glow over the mainland. In autumn, the visibility is generally higher for spotting inland landmarks like the Grand Canal.
Distance: 1,469 km (913 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: CGQ (43.9962005615, 125.684997559)
Route Type: Domestic
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