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PVG → CPH
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is generally preferred for the spectacular approach into Copenhagen, which often features the Øresund Bridge, as well as clear views of the Gobi Desert and the southern Ural Mountains.
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Yangtze River Delta
Aerial views of the massive urban sprawl surrounding Shanghai and the intricate waterway networks.
Gobi Desert
Expansive views of the Mongolian plateau's golden dunes and rugged rocky formations.
Ural Mountains
The natural boundary between Asia and Europe, visible as a long north-south ridge.
Baltic Coastlines
The scenic shorelines of Estonia and Latvia as the flight enters European airspace.
Øresund Bridge
The stunning engineering marvel connecting Malmö and Copenhagen during the final descent.
For the best experience, select a seat on the left to catch the Øresund Bridge on approach. Since the flight moves west, the sun will be on the south side (left); on a daytime flight, use your window shade to manage glare while viewing the Gobi Desert. In autumn and winter, the late afternoon light provides a golden hue over the Baltic region.
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Bohai Sea
Coastal views of northern China and the Korean Peninsula coastline early in the flight.
Siberian Taiga
Thousands of miles of dense, untouched coniferous forests and winding river systems.
Saint Petersburg
The 'Venice of the North' and the Neva River delta are often visible on the horizon.
Stockholm Archipelago
A breathtaking view of thousands of tiny islands scattered across the Baltic Sea near Sweden.
Northern Lights
On winter night flights, this north-facing side offers the best chance to spot the Aurora Borealis.
The right side is the 'cool' side of the plane, literally and figuratively. In winter, it is the prime side for potential Aurora sightings over Russia. During summer months, you might witness the 'midnight sun' effect where the horizon stays bright for the entire journey. It also offers the best views of the Swedish coastline before the turn into Denmark.
Book Hotels in CopenhagenDistance: 8,277 km (5,143 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 44 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Route Type: International
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