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SHA → ZUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai) to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (Zhuhai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular coastal views and is the prime position for seeing the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and the Macau skyline during the approach phase.
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Lujiazui Financial District
Shortly after takeoff from Hongqiao, catch glimpses of the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai's dense urban center.
Zhoushan Archipelago
View the massive cluster of islands in the East China Sea, including the sacred Mount Putuo.
Taiwan Strait Coastline
Follow the rugged coastline of Fujian, observing the interaction between the green mountains and the blue sea.
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
A breathtaking view of the world's longest sea-crossing bridge as the flight descends into the Pearl River Delta.
Macau Skyline
Detailed views of the Grand Lisboa and the Cotai Strip's massive casino complexes just before landing.
For the best experience, choose a window seat on the left (usually 'A' seats). The descent into Zhuhai often follows a path that puts the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge directly in view. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the setting sun over the sea, providing better contrast for photography of the coastal islands and the bridge.
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Ningbo Urban Area
See the sprawling industrial and residential sectors of one of China's oldest port cities.
Fujian Mountains
Vast stretches of the Wuyi and Daiyun mountain ranges, often covered in a characteristic mist.
Xiamen Island
Depending on the specific airway, you can see the island city of Xiamen and its unique circular geography.
Pearl River Delta Hub
A bird's-eye view of the massive manufacturing hubs of Dongguan and Shenzhen during the final approach.
The right side (usually 'F' seats) provides more views of mainland China's diverse topography, from industrial zones to rolling tea-growing hills. Late afternoon flights on this side may experience significant glare. During the final approach, the right side looks inland toward the city of Zhuhai itself, offering a look at the rapid urban development of the special economic zone.
Book Hotels in ZhuhaiDistance: 1,292 km (803 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Arrival: ZUH (22.006399, 113.375999)
Route Type: Domestic
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