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PVG → DPS
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Ngurah Rai (Bali) International Airport (Denpasar)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the iconic view of Bali's majestic volcanoes, including Mount Agung and Mount Batur, during the descent into Denpasar.
East China Sea Coast
Stunning views of the Yangtze River Delta meeting the ocean shortly after takeoff from Pudong.
Philippine Archipelago
Visuals of the lush, mountainous islands of the Philippines, typically passing over or near Luzon and Palawan.
Equatorial Crossing
Dramatic tropical cloud formations and scattered island gems as you cross from the Northern to the Southern Hemisphere.
Mount Agung
A breathtaking view of Bali's highest and most sacred volcano during the final approach phase.
Mount Batur
The massive caldera and crater lake of Batur are often visible as the aircraft descends from the north.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Pacific. On the approach to Bali (the last 20-30 minutes), the volcanic peaks of Agung and Batur are best viewed from this side. Ensure your window is clean, as the descent over the Bali Sea is highly photogenic.
Shanghai Urban Sprawl
Depending on departure patterns, views of the dense urban grid and industrial ports of Shanghai.
South China Sea Shipping
Observation of major international shipping lanes with numerous cargo ships visible on clear days.
Borneo Coastline
Aerial perspectives of the dense tropical rainforests and winding river systems of western Kalimantan.
Java Sea
The shallow, turquoise-tinted waters of the Java Sea provide a beautiful gradient before reaching the Lesser Sunda Islands.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Java Sea. While you miss the primary volcanoes on approach, you may get a better view of the Bali Strait and the eastern tip of Java (Mount Ijen) if the flight path swings wide to the west.
Distance: 4,492 km (2,791 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 17 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: DPS (-8.7481698989868, 115.16699981689)
Route Type: International
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