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PVG → DLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Zhoushuizi Airport (Dalian)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the massive Yangtze River estuary and the industrial development of the Jiangsu coastline, culminating in a dramatic approach over the Liaodong Peninsula.
Yangtze River Estuary
View the massive scale of Chongming Island and the sediment-rich waters where China's longest river meets the sea.
Jiangsu Wetlands
The intricate network of canals, fish ponds, and salt marshes along the Yancheng coast, known for rare crane habitats.
Shandong Mountains
The rugged coastal mountains of the Shandong Peninsula, including glimpses of Rizhao and the outskirts of Qingdao.
Dalian Cityscape
During the final descent, enjoy views of Dalian's dense urban core, the Zhongshan District, and the surrounding hilly terrain.
Lushun Port
The historic naval base at the tip of the peninsula, visible just before the final turn toward Zhoushuizi Airport.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Yangtze Delta. Morning flights provide excellent illumination of the coastline without the glare from the Yellow Sea. Watch closely during the first 15 minutes and the last 10 minutes of the flight for the most significant landmarks.
Yellow Sea Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Yellow Sea, often dotted with massive cargo ships entering the Bohai Sea.
Changshan Islands
A cluster of picturesque islands in the Bohai Strait that look like emeralds scattered on the water during clear weather.
Dalian Bay
Views of the industrial port facilities and the sprawling logistics hubs that define Dalian's economy.
Offshore Wind Farms
Look down to see the geometric patterns of large-scale wind turbines generating power along the eastern shelf.
The right side is ideal for seeing the coastal islands during the descent into Dalian. If you are flying in the late afternoon, the sunlight reflects beautifully off the water on this side, though you may need sunglasses for the intense glare.
Distance: 870 km (541 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: DLC (38.9656982421875, 121.53900146484376)
Route Type: Domestic
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