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SHA → BFJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai) to Bijie Feixiong Airport (Bijie)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for tracking the majestic Yangtze River corridor and the dramatic transition from the Yangtze plains to the rugged Wuling mountain ranges.
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Lake Tai
The vast, circular expanse of one of China's largest freshwater lakes near Suzhou.
Yangtze River Meanders
Stunning views of the Yangtze River as it winds through Anhui and Hubei provinces.
Dongting Lake Basin
The massive wetland system in northern Hunan that serves as a vital flood basin for the Yangtze.
Wulingyuan Terrain
Distant views of the spectacular quartz-sandstone pillars of the Zhangjiajie region to the north.
High-Altitude Bridges
Glimpses of Guizhou's engineering marvels, including massive suspension bridges spanning deep river gorges.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it remains in the shade, providing clear, glare-free views of the Wuling mountains. Keep a close eye out during the final 20 minutes of flight for the dramatic Chishui River valley and the sheer vertical drops of the plateau's edge.
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Shanghai Urban Core
Aerial view of the dense Puxi district and the winding Huangpu River immediately after takeoff.
Poyang Lake South
The southern reaches of China's largest freshwater lake, visible as the flight crosses Jiangxi.
Jinggang Mountains
Dense, forested peaks known for their historical significance and rugged terrain on the Hunan-Jiangxi border.
Guizhou Karst Clusters
The unique 'forest' of limestone cone hills that define the landscape as you approach Bijie.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid direct sunlight and get the best lighting on the Jiangxi hills. Look out for the distinct change in topography from flat agricultural plains to the 'Ten Thousand Peaks' of the Guizhou plateau about 30 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,598 km (993 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Arrival: BFJ (27.267065999999996, 105.472097)
Route Type: Domestic
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