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SHA → LYA
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai) to Luoyang Airport (Luoyang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Yellow River and the sprawling urban landscape of Zhengzhou during the approach to Luoyang.
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Yangtze River Delta
An intricate tapestry of industrial parks, high-speed rail lines, and shipping canals throughout Jiangsu.
Grand Canal
The historic waterway crossing through the North China Plain, visible as a long, straight vein of water.
Zhengzhou Skyline
The modern architecture of Henan's capital, including the circular towers of the Zhengdong New District.
The Yellow River
The silty, winding 'Mother River' of China which runs parallel to the flight path just before landing in Luoyang.
This side is ideal for photographers interested in China's grand-scale infrastructure and the Yellow River. The best views occur in the final 20 minutes of the flight. Choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the river's unique ochre color perfectly.
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Dense aerial views of Hongqiao and the Minhang district immediately following takeoff from SHA.
Taihu Lake
The massive expanse of China's third-largest freshwater lake visible to the southwest near Suzhou.
Dabie Mountains
The rugged, hazy peaks of the Dabie range marking the transition from the plains of Anhui.
Mount Song
One of the Five Sacred Mountains of China and the location of Shaolin Temple visible during the final descent.
Sit on the left for better views of the southern mountain ranges and Taihu Lake. On afternoon flights, be prepared for significant sun glare as you head west; window shades or polarized sunglasses are recommended for comfort.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 923 km (574 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Arrival: LYA (34.741100311299995, 112.388000488)
Route Type: Domestic
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