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PVG â HSN
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Zhoushan Airport (Zhoushan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the massive engineering feats of the Shanghai-Zhoushan region, including the Donghai Bridge and the world-class Yangshan Deep Water Port.
Donghai Bridge
The 32-kilometer-long cross-sea bridge connecting Shanghai to the Yangshan port is a stunning sight from the air.
Yangshan Deep Water Port
Witness the sheer scale of the world's busiest container terminal, built entirely on reclaimed islands.
Shanghai Skyline
Immediately after takeoff, distant views of the Pudong skyscrapers and the Nanhui New City development.
Zhoushan Archipelago
Aerial views of the rugged, mountainous islands that form the backbone of Zhoushan City.
Jintang Bridge
Another massive bridge structure connecting the various islands of the archipelago to the mainland.
The right side is essential for seeing the Donghai Bridge, which typically appears within the first 10-15 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights are ideal for this side to have the sun behind the aircraft, illuminating the industrial architecture of the port.
East China Sea Vistas
Expansive views of the turquoise-to-grey waters of the East China Sea as the plane exits the Shanghai coast.
Putuoshan Island
On the final approach, look for the sacred Buddhist island of Putuoshan, often visible with its golden Guanyin statue.
Offshore Wind Farms
Dozens of giant white turbines standing in the sea, generating green energy for the Yangtze River Delta.
Fengxian Shoreline
The transition from the muddy estuaries of the Yangtze to the more scenic coastline of the southern bay.
Sit on the left during morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best chance of spotting Putuoshan Island during the descent. Keep an eye out for the distinct color change in the water as you move further from the Yangtze estuary.
Distance: 145 km (90 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: HSN (29.9342002869, 122.361999512)
Route Type: Domestic
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