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PVG → YBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Yibin Caiba Airport (Yibin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides the most consistent views of the Yangtze River as the flight tracks westward. You will see the urban density of the Yangtze River Delta, the massive Three Gorges region, and the mountainous terrain of Chongqing before arriving in Yibin.
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Shanghai Skyline
If departing towards the west, you may catch a glimpse of the Pudong financial district and the Bund.
Taihu Lake
A vast, shimmering freshwater lake near Suzhou and Wuxi, dotted with numerous islands.
Three Gorges Dam
Depending on the specific airway, you might see the massive dam structure and the reservoir near Yichang.
Chongqing Megacity
Observe the incredible verticality of Chongqing's skyscrapers built directly into the riverside cliffs.
Yibin City
As you descend into YBP, see the dense urban area known as the First City on the Yangtze.
The right side is superior for tracking the Yangtze River's path. For the best photography, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you. Look for the distinct change in water color where the silt-heavy Jinsha River meets the clearer Min River just before landing at Yibin.
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Hangzhou Bay
Shortly after takeoff, look south to see the massive coastal inlet and the Qiantang River mouth.
Southern Anhui Ranges
The rugged, misty peaks of the Huangshan region may be visible in the distance during the first hour.
Southern Chongqing
The transition from the Hubei plains to the steep, karst-like limestone hills of southern Chongqing.
Min River Confluence
On final descent, view the lush green hills where the Min and Jinsha rivers merge to form the Yangtze.
Sit on the left if you want to avoid direct sunlight for most of the morning or afternoon flight. It offers better views of the southern mountain ranges of Anhui and Jiangxi if the weather is clear, though these areas are often shrouded in mist.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,681 km (1,045 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: YBP (28.8005555556, 104.545)
Route Type: Domestic
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