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PVG → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Chinese coastline, including the urban sprawls of Fujian and Guangdong provinces, and a breathtaking perspective of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge during the descent into HKG.
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Ningbo and Wenzhou
The dense urban centers and massive port facilities along the Zhejiang coastline.
Wuyi Mountain Range
The distant, rugged peaks of Fujian's interior visible over the coastal plains.
Xiamen Island
A perfect aerial view of the coastal city and the famous pedestrian-only Gulangyu Island.
HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge is clearly visible as the plane banks toward Chek Lap Kok.
Pearl River Delta
The incredible industrial and urban density of Shenzhen and Dongguan as you approach Hong Kong.
For the most iconic view of the trip, sit on the right and look for the Y-shaped Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge during the landing phase. In the afternoon, the sun will be on this side, so close the shades during the cruise to avoid glare, but open them 20 minutes before landing.
Book Hotels in Hong KongZhoushan Archipelago
A stunning collection of islands at the mouth of Hangzhou Bay visible shortly after departing Shanghai.
Taiwan Strait
Expansive views of the busy maritime passage between mainland China and Taiwan.
Dapeng Peninsula
Green mountain ridges and pristine beaches on the eastern edge of Shenzhen during the initial descent.
Hong Kong Island Skyline
On specific westerly landing patterns, a distant view of the Central District skyscrapers and Victoria Peak.
Choose this side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the East China Sea. On clear days, you may catch a distant glimpse of the Taiwan coastline. It is also the better side for seeing the natural greenery of Hong Kong's outlying islands during certain landing patterns.
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Get eSIMs for Hong KongDistance: 1,256 km (780 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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