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PVG → JJN
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (Quanzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the East China Sea coastline and the stunning Zhoushan Archipelago shortly after takeoff from Pudong.
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Zhoushan Archipelago
A breathtaking cluster of hundreds of islands and islets scattered across the turquoise waters of the East China Sea.
Ningbo-Zhoushan Port
One of the world's busiest maritime hubs, featuring giant container ships and intricate shipping lanes.
Sanmen Bay
Intricate coastal indentations featuring vast seaweed and shellfish farms that create geometric patterns on the water.
Putuo Mountain
A clear aerial perspective of the famous Buddhist island sanctuary and its grand coastal architecture.
Quanzhou Bay Bridge
As you descend into JJN, you get a direct view of this massive engineering feat crossing the blue bay.
For morning flights, the left side provides a beautiful view of the sun reflecting off the Pacific Ocean. Ensure you look out within the first 15-20 minutes of the flight to catch the Zhoushan islands before the plane moves further south. This side is also best for spotting the Taiwan Strait horizon on clear days.
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Dramatic volcanic mountain scenery with jagged peaks and deep green valleys characteristic of Zhejiang province.
Wenzhou Cityscape
A dense urban landscape situated at the mouth of the Ou River, surrounded by rugged mountain terrain.
Fujian Highland Reservoirs
Numerous deep blue reservoirs nestled between the emerald ridges of the Wuyi Mountain foothills.
Fuzhou Skyline
A distant view of the Fujian provincial capital, uniquely positioned in a basin surrounded by peaks.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it avoids the harsh direct glare of the sun. It is particularly scenic during the middle of the flight when passing over the misty, lush mountains of southern Zhejiang and northern Fujian. Keep your camera ready for the contrast between the high-density coastal cities and the immediate rise of the mountain ranges.
Book Hotels in QuanzhouDistance: 773 km (480 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: JJN (24.7964, 118.589996)
Route Type: Domestic
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