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PVG → JZH
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (Jiuzhaigou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the landscape's transition, offering views of the Huangshan mountain range and a spectacular approach facing the highest peaks of the Minshan range, including the sacred Xuebaoding.
Yangtze River Delta
Aerial views of the complex canal networks and the southern edge of the Yangtze estuary after takeoff.
Mount Huangshan
Distant views of the iconic granite peaks and 'sea of clouds' if the flight path tracks slightly south.
Three Gorges Region
The rugged topography of the southern Hubei mountains leading toward the Yangtze Gorges.
Sichuan Basin Edge
The sudden rise of the landscape as the flight moves from the flat Chengdu plain into the mountains.
Xuebaoding Peak
The highest peak of the Min Mountains, often covered in snow, visible during the final descent phase.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the crisp shadows on the Minshan mountain ridges. This side is particularly scenic during the last 20 minutes of the flight as the aircraft maneuvers through high-altitude valleys toward the airport.
Shanghai Urban Core
A sweeping view of the Puxi and Pudong districts shortly after departing from PVG.
Taihu Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, visible near Suzhou shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Middle Yangtze River
Views of the meandering river path and the massive industrial clusters around Wuhan.
Shennongjia Forestry District
Deep green, densely forested mountains known for their biodiversity and mysterious legends.
Minshan Northern Slopes
Rugged, high-altitude terrain that characterizes the approach to the 'Airport in the Clouds'.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you, providing well-lit views of the Yangtze River and the Shennongjia forests. Look out for the distinct change in water color in the rivers as you move from the lowlands to the pristine mountain springs.
Distance: 1,717 km (1,067 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: JZH (32.8533333333, 103.682222222)
Route Type: Domestic
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