Loading map...
SHP → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanhaiguan Airport (Qinhuangdao) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of diverse terrestrial landscapes, including the agricultural patterns of the Jiangsu plains, the historic Grand Canal, and the iconic Shanghai skyline during the final approach into Pudong.
Search flights from SHP to PVG
Shandong Highlands
The rolling hills and rugged terrain of the Shandong Peninsula visible mid-flight.
Jiangsu Plains
The intricate patchwork of rice paddies and water-intensive agriculture characteristic of eastern China.
The Grand Canal
Portions of the ancient Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal weaving through the modern landscape.
Yangtze River Crossing
The spectacular crossing of Asia's longest river as the flight nears the Shanghai metropolitan area.
Shanghai Skyline
Views of the Lujiazui financial district, including the Shanghai Tower, if the flight path tracks west of the airport.
Opt for the right side on afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun glare from the east. This side is significantly more interesting during the descent, as it often provides a panoramic view of the Shanghai metropolis. Look out for the numerous lakes and canal systems that define the geography of the Yangtze River Delta.
Book Hotels in ShanghaiBohai Bay
Expansive views of the Bohai Sea and the busy maritime traffic departing from Qinhuangdao port.
Port of Qinhuangdao
Aerial view of one of the world's largest coal-shipping hubs during the initial ascent.
Yellow Sea Horizon
A vast, unobstructed horizon that is particularly stunning during early morning sunrises.
Chongming Island
The world's largest estuarine alluvial island located at the mouth of the Yangtze River.
Donghai Bridge
A glimpse of the massive 32-kilometer cross-sea bridge connecting the mainland to Yangshan Port.
Choose the left side for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Pacific. During the descent into PVG, this side is ideal for spotting offshore wind farms and the transition from the Yellow Sea to the muddy waters of the Yangtze Estuary. Visibility is generally higher over the ocean than inland.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 999 km (621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: SHP (39.968102, 119.731003)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.