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PVG → TNA
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Yaoqiang Airport (Jinan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the historic Grand Canal, major freshwater lakes, and the iconic silhouette of Mount Tai upon arrival.
Shanghai Skyline
Aerial view of the Lujiazui financial district and the winding Huangpu River during the initial climb.
Yangtze Crossing
The immense width of the Yangtze River, featuring massive bridge infrastructure and heavy cargo ship traffic.
Lake Gaoyou
A vast expanse of water in central Jiangsu, known for its scenic reflective surface and traditional fishing boats.
Grand Canal
The world's longest artificial river, visible as a distinct artery cutting through the flat North China Plain.
Mount Tai
The distant silhouette of the most sacred of the Five Great Mountains of China appearing during the descent.
Choose the left side for stunning sunset views over the North China Plain during evening flights. Watch for the massive Yangtze River bridge shortly after takeoff and the sacred peaks of Mount Tai about 20 minutes before landing in Jinan. During the winter, the landscape might be covered in a light frost, making the canal stand out more clearly.
Chongming Island
The world's largest estuarine alluvial island located at the mouth of the Yangtze River.
Nantong Port
Dense shipping traffic and extensive port facilities along the northern banks of the Yangtze.
Linyi Industrial Hub
The sprawling urban and industrial landscape of one of Shandong's largest logistics and manufacturing cities.
Shandong Farmland
A massive patchwork quilt of geometric agricultural fields characteristic of the North China Plain.
Yellow River
The iconic sediment-rich waters of the Yellow River snaking towards the Bohai Sea near the destination.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides a unique perspective of the Yangtze River estuary and the rapidly developing industrial zones in northern Jiangsu. Keep an eye out for the distinctive brown hue of the Yellow River as you approach the Jinan Yaoqiang Airport, especially if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Distance: 763 km (474 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: TNA (36.857200622558594, 117.21600341796876)
Route Type: Domestic
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