Loading map...
PVG → REP
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Siem Reap International Airport (Siem-reap)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Chinese coastline, the tropical landscapes of Hainan Island, the rugged Annamite Range, and the potential for a spectacular view of the Angkor archaeological zone during the descent.
Zhejiang Coast
Densely populated coastal cities and the rugged hilly terrain of eastern China's coastline.
Pearl River Delta
Possible distant views of the massive urban sprawl and infrastructure connecting Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
Hainan Island
Dramatic aerial views of the tropical island's mountainous interior and sprawling southern beaches.
Annamite Range
The dense, misty jungles and mountain ridges that form the natural border between Vietnam and Laos.
Angkor Archaeological Park
Look for the distinct geometric shapes of ancient barays and temple enclosures as the plane maneuvers for landing.
This side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. The descent over Cambodia is the highlight; watch for the massive square reservoirs (Barays) that characterize the ancient Khmer engineering around Angkor.
East China Sea
Expansive ocean views immediately after takeoff from Pudong across the coastal shelf.
Taiwan Strait
Distant glimpses of the horizon where the Pacific meets the East China Sea along the Fujian coast.
Da Nang Coastline
Striking views of the central Vietnamese coast and the turquoise waters near the Son Tra Peninsula.
Tonle Sap Lake
Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake visible as a shimmering inland sea during the final descent.
Siem Reap Countryside
Lush green rural landscapes and traditional Khmer stilt houses transitioning into the town.
Sit on the left for sunrise views on early morning flights. Keep an eye out for the vastness of Tonle Sap Lake as you enter Cambodian airspace; its size changes dramatically between the dry and wet seasons.
Distance: 2,696 km (1,675 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: REP (13.410699844400003, 103.81300354)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.