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SHA → AQG
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai) to Anqing Tianzhushan Airport (Anqing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the vast Lake Taihu and the transition from the flat Yangtze Delta into the scenic rolling hills and mountains of southern Anhui.
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Shanghai Urban Sprawl
Immediately after takeoff from Hongqiao, witness the dense urban fabric of Puxi and the western suburbs.
Lake Taihu
A spectacular view of China's third-largest freshwater lake, featuring its many islands and the coastal cities of Wuxi and Huzhou.
Maoshan & Hills
As the flight progresses west, the landscape shifts from plains to the greenery of the Maoshan mountain range.
Yangtze River Bends
Panoramic views of the winding Yangtze River as it carves through the landscape toward Anqing.
Sit on the left for the best views of Lake Taihu approximately 15-20 minutes after takeoff. For evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the water, though glare can be strong in the late afternoon. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain as you leave the delta.
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Suzhou Industrial Park
A clear view of the massive high-tech corridors and modern urban planning of eastern Suzhou.
Jinghu Corridor
Observation of the intense infrastructure network of high-speed rails and expressways connecting Shanghai to the north.
Anhui Agriculture
Intricate patterns of traditional rice paddies and water-town networks as the flight approaches Anqing.
Anqing Cityscape
Final approach views of Anqing’s northern districts and the Tianzhushan airport surroundings.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to enjoy soft, front-lit views of the Yangtze River Delta's industrial hubs without sun glare. It offers a more detailed look at the 'Water Town' geography of the northern delta region.
Book Hotels in AnqingDistance: 415 km (258 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Arrival: AQG (30.582199, 117.050003)
Route Type: Domestic
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