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SHA → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior inland scenery, including the UNESCO-listed Wuyi Mountains and the stunning turquoise waters of Wanlü Lake, especially during late afternoon flights.
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Wuyi Mountains
Spectacular UNESCO World Heritage mountain scenery with jagged peaks and deep green valleys through Fujian.
Wanlü Lake
Guangdong's largest reservoir, appearing as a massive deep blue expanse with hundreds of forested islands.
Nanling Foothills
Layered mountain ridges and rolling hills marking the transition into the Pearl River Delta region.
Shenzhen Urban Sprawl
The dramatic high-rise density of northern Shenzhen and the Bao'an district during the final approach.
Book a late afternoon flight to witness the sun setting over the Wuyi mountain ranges. To ensure an unobstructed view of the terrain, avoid seats directly over the wing (typically rows 15-25 on narrow-body aircraft).
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Hangzhou Bay Bridge
One of the longest cross-sea bridges in the world, visible shortly after takeoff depending on the departure vector.
Taiwan Strait Coastline
The rugged and indented coastline of Fujian Province meeting the deep blue waters of the East China Sea.
Xiamen Island
A clear aerial view of the highly urbanized coastal city and its surrounding shipping channels.
Dapeng Peninsula
The lush green mountains and clear bays of eastern Shenzhen during the final descent phase.
Choose a morning flight for the best soft illumination of the coastline and to avoid harsh glare. On exceptionally clear days, look for the distant silhouette of Taiwan's central mountain range across the strait.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,208 km (751 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: Domestic
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