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SHA → NNG
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai) to Nanning Wuxu Airport (Nanning)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of China's most famous freshwater lakes and the most dramatic perspectives of the iconic karst mountain formations upon arrival in Guangxi.
Taihu Lake
One of China's largest freshwater lakes, appearing as a massive blue expanse dotted with small islands near the start of the journey.
Huangshan Range
On clear days, the distant granite spires of the Yellow Mountains can be spotted rising above the cloud layer in Anhui.
Poyang Lake
Witness the seasonal transformation of China's largest freshwater lake, which fluctuates between a giant mirror and a series of green marshes.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
As you descend into Nanning, the landscape transforms into the world-famous 'sugar loaf' limestone mountains and winding emerald rivers.
The right side is essential for sunset flights, as the sun sets over the karst mountains of Guangxi, creating a stunning silhouette. Aim for a window seat ahead of the wing to get an unobstructed view of the lakes. For the best karst views, stay alert during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
View the massive cross-sea bridge and the complex silt patterns of the Qiantang River estuary shortly after takeoff.
Wuyi Mountains
The rugged, mist-shrouded peaks of this UNESCO World Heritage site are visible as you cross the Fujian-Jiangxi border.
Northern Pearl River Basin
A view of the dense urban clusters and river networks of northern Guangdong province during the mid-flight phase.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the distinctive 'dragon' curves of the Min River in the middle of the flight. During summer, this side often provides better views of dramatic towering cumulonimbus clouds over the southern coast.
Distance: 1,615 km (1,004 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min
Departure: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Arrival: NNG (22.60829925537109, 108.1719970703125)
Route Type: Domestic
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