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PVG → PNH
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Phnom Penh International Airport (Phnom-penh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior terrestrial views, including the rugged coastline of southern China, the tropical terrain of Hainan Island, and the expansive Tonle Sap lake during the approach into Phnom Penh.
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Fujian Mountains
The lush, misty mountain ranges of southeast China as the plane hugs the coastline.
Xiamen Island
Clear views of the urban layout of Xiamen and the surrounding bridge infrastructure.
Hainan Island
Aerial perspectives of China's tropical southern tip, including the beaches of Sanya.
Tonle Sap Lake
The 'Great Lake' of Cambodia, an enormous freshwater body that changes size dramatically with the seasons.
Phnom Penh Cityscape
Final views of the Royal Palace and the merging of the Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers upon landing.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Indochinese peninsula. It provides the best perspective of Tonle Sap lake about 15-20 minutes before landing. In the winter months, visibility is often clearer for spotting the Chinese coastal cities of Fuzhou and Xiamen.
Book Hotels in Phnom-penhShanghai Skyline
Aerial views of the Huangpu River and the dense Pudong financial district shortly after takeoff.
East China Sea
Vast stretches of deep blue water and cargo ships navigating the busy shipping lanes.
Central Vietnam Coast
Views of the scenic coastline near Da Nang and the turquoise waters of the South China Sea.
Mekong River System
The intricate, winding waterways of the lower Mekong as the flight crosses into Cambodia.
Choose the left side for spectacular sunrises on early morning departures. During the final descent, watch for the distinct 'brown' veins of the Mekong Delta which are most vibrant during the wet season from June to October. This side is typically better for seeing the sunrise over the ocean.
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Get eSIMs for CambodiaDistance: 2,790 km (1,734 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: PNH (11.546600341796877, 104.84400177001952)
Route Type: International
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