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PVG → HKT
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Phuket International Airport (Phuket)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning combination of the East China Sea coastline and a high probability of viewing the iconic limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay during the descent into Phuket.
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Yangtze River Delta
Aerial view of the massive sediment plumes where the Yangtze River meets the East China Sea upon departure.
Fujian Coastline
A clear view of the rugged, indented coastline and numerous islands of southeastern China.
Paracel Islands
Glimpses of turquoise coral atolls scattered across the deep blue South China Sea.
Gulf of Thailand
The transition from the open sea to the shallow, emerald waters near the Thai coast.
Phang Nga Bay
Dramatic limestone pillars and emerald green waters visible during the final approach to HKT.
For morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses or lower the shade occasionally. The highlight is the final 20 minutes of flight; if the plane approaches Phuket from the north, the left side provides an unbeatable view of the National Park's islands. Seat yourself ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastline.
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Hangzhou Bay
View of the massive Hangzhou Bay Bridge and the industrial landscape of Zhejiang province.
Wuyi Mountains
The misty, green peaks of inland Fujian and Guangdong provinces visible during the cruise phase.
Pearl River Delta
Distance views of the urban sprawl of the Guangzhou and Shenzhen megalopolis.
Mekong Delta
The intricate network of rivers and rice paddies as the flight crosses over Vietnam.
Andaman Sunset
Spectacular orange and purple hues over the Andaman Sea for late afternoon arrivals.
Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the sea as you arrive. This side is better for viewing the inland geography of Southern China and the vast agricultural landscapes of the Mekong Delta. During the final descent, you will see the long stretches of Phuket's western beaches if the wind is blowing from the south.
Book Hotels in PhuketDistance: 3,534 km (2,196 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 9 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Route Type: International
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