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RMQ → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport (Taichung) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of Taiwan's rugged Central Mountain Range and the northern metropolitan area of Taipei before crossing the East China Sea toward the scenic Zhoushan Archipelago.
Central Mountain Range
Stunning vistas of Taiwan's high-altitude peaks, often rising above a layer of fluffy white clouds.
Taipei Basin
On clear days, see the dense urban sprawl of Taipei and the iconic silhouette of Taipei 101 in the distance.
Northern Coastline
The rugged cliffs and turquoise bays of New Taipei City and Keelung as the flight turns north.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A beautiful cluster of hundreds of islands visible in the East China Sea during the descent toward Shanghai.
The right side is superior for mountain lovers. For the best clarity of the Central Mountain Range, fly during the early morning before afternoon clouds develop. Keep your camera ready as you approach Shanghai, as the plane often flies directly over the scenic island chains of the East China Sea.
Taichung Cityscape
Immediate views of Taichung's urban grid and the distinctive architecture of the city center after takeoff.
Taichung Port
A bird's-eye view of the massive shipping containers and industrial infrastructure along the western coast.
Taiwan Strait
The expansive blue waters that separate the island of Taiwan from the Asian mainland.
Shanghai Suburbs
As the plane descends into PVG, see the rapid urban development and canal systems of the Pudong district.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct eastern sun. Watch for the coastal wind turbines near Taichung, which look like tiny white pins along the shoreline. During the approach to PVG, look for the complex network of canals that define the Yangtze River Delta landscape.
Distance: 774 km (481 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: RMQ (24.26469993591309, 120.62100219726562)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: International
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