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SZX → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Chinese coastline, the sprawling urban centers of the Fujian province, and a spectacular approach over the islands of the East China Sea and the Hangzhou Bay bridge.
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South China Sea Coastline
Stunning views of the rugged coastline and hidden bays of eastern Guangdong and Fujian provinces.
Xiamen Island
A clear view of the dense urban layout of Xiamen and the famous Gulangyu Island as the plane heads northeast.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A massive cluster of islands and shipping lanes visible just before the descent into the Shanghai region.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
One of the world's longest trans-oceanic bridges can often be seen stretching across the bay during the final approach.
Yangshan Deepwater Port
Views of the massive container terminals and the wind farms scattered across the offshore areas of the East China Sea.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare while enjoying coastal views. Keep a close eye out during the final 20 minutes of the flight; the approach into Hongqiao often passes directly over the intricate water networks and bridges of the Shanghai outskirts.
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Immediate view of the dense skyscrapers of Bao'an and Nanshan districts right after takeoff.
Wuyi Mountains
Aerial perspective of the lush, rolling greenery and rugged terrain of northern Fujian's mountain ranges.
Qiandao Lake
On clear days, the 'Thousand Island Lake' may be visible as a sprawling turquoise body of water in Zhejiang.
Yangtze Delta Plains
The intricate network of canals and agricultural patches that define the suburban landscape of the Yangtze Delta.
Sit on the left for better views of the sunset if flying in the late afternoon. This side is also preferable if the flight path tracks further inland, providing better views of the mountainous borders between Jiangxi and Fujian provinces.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,208 km (751 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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