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SHA → WUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai) to Nanping Wuyishan Airport (Wuyishan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Zhejiang highlands and a direct perspective of the jagged Danxia landforms of the Wuyishan National Park during the final descent.
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Taihu Lake
The vast expanse of one of China's largest freshwater lakes may be visible to the west depending on the air corridor.
Moganshan Area
Lush, forested mountain peaks known for their bamboo forests and historic villas.
Zhejiang Mountain Ranges
Continuous waves of rolling hills and mist-covered valleys during the mid-flight segment.
Wuyishan National Park
Stunning UNESCO-listed Danxia landforms and deep tea valleys as the plane descends into WUS airport.
Choose the right side for the best chance to see the iconic '9-Bend River' (Jiuqu River) area of Wuyishan during the approach. For afternoon flights, this side will have direct sunlight, so keep your window shade ready, but the golden hour lighting on the mountains is spectacular.
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Shanghai Suburbs
View of the dense residential developments in Minhang and Songjiang districts shortly after takeoff.
Qiantang River
The massive winding river system near Hangzhou, visible as the flight heads southwest.
Jinhua-Quzhou Basin
A patchwork of agricultural fields and smaller cities nestled between the Zhejiang hills.
Northern Fujian Foothills
The rising elevation as the aircraft enters the mountainous Fujian province.
Look out for the Qiantang River approximately 20 minutes into the flight. If landing towards the north, this side offers a better view of the city of Wuyishan itself rather than the park.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 505 km (314 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Arrival: WUS (27.7019, 118.000999)
Route Type: Domestic
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