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PVG → ZHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Zhanjiang Airport (Zhanjiang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the East China Sea coastline, the intricate Zhoushan Archipelago, and the vast South China Sea during the descent into Zhanjiang.
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Hangzhou Bay Bridge
Shortly after takeoff, view one of the world's longest trans-oceanic bridges spanning the bay.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A stunning collection of hundreds of islands scattered across the East China Sea.
Fujian Coastline
Rugged coastal features and bays of the Fujian province as the plane heads southwest.
Pearl River Delta
Aerial views of the urban sprawl and massive shipping ports of the Greater Bay Area.
Zhanjiang Harbor
On final approach, view the strategic deep-water port and naval base facilities.
Book an afternoon flight to have the sun on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for coastal photography. During the summer, look for the 'Blue Tears' bioluminescence patterns in the water if flying during twilight near the Fujian coast.
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Detailed views of the Puxi district and the dense residential areas of western Shanghai during climb-out.
Wuyi Mountains
The northern peaks of the Wuyi range are visible as the flight path crosses central Fujian.
Beijiang River Basin
Winding river systems and agricultural plains in northern and central Guangdong province.
Inland Industrial Hubs
The massive manufacturing clusters located away from the coast in the Pearl River interior.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side provides a better look at the transition from the flat Yangtze Delta to the mountainous terrain of South China.
Book Hotels in ZhanjiangDistance: 1,587 km (986 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: ZHA (21.214399, 110.358002)
Route Type: Domestic
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