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PVG → WUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Shanghai skyline during departure, a clear panorama of Taihu Lake, and the urban sprawl of Nanjing before approaching Wuhan.
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Lujiazui Skyscrapers
Unparalleled aerial views of the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai's dense financial district shortly after takeoff.
Suzhou Waterways
The intricate network of canals and the blend of ancient and modern architecture in Suzhou.
Taihu Lake Expanse
The best angle to see the vast water surface and the numerous islands within the lake.
Nanjing Crossings
Visible landmarks including the historic Purple Mountain and the massive Yangtze River bridges near Nanjing.
Dabie Mountains
Dramatic mountain scenery as the flight crosses from Anhui into the Hubei province.
This side is ideal for morning departures to capture the Shanghai skyline without glare. Keep your camera ready in the first 15 minutes for the city view and the final 20 minutes for the Dabie Mountains and the Wuhan approach. Visibility is often best in autumn or after a rain front passes.
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Glimpses of the East China Sea and the mouth of the Yangtze during the initial climb.
Taihu South Shore
The southern wetlands and forested edges of one of China's largest freshwater lakes.
Anhui Highlands
Rolling green hills and rural landscapes typical of the southern Anhui region.
Yangtze South Bank
Observe the industrial development and smaller river ports along the southern riverbank.
Choose this side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. It provides a more tranquil view of the rural Anhui landscape and the meandering river bends of the middle Yangtze. Watch for the change in water color as you move from the coast to the interior.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 725 km (450 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Route Type: Domestic
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