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TAO → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of China's inland water systems, including major lakes and the historic Grand Canal, followed by a dramatic view of the Yangtze River Delta's urban sprawl.
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Laoshan Mountain Range
Rugged coastal peaks near Qingdao visible shortly after departure if the flight path tracks inland.
Hongze Lake
The fourth largest freshwater lake in China, known for its unique embankments and surrounding aquaculture.
The Grand Canal
Segments of the ancient waterway snaking through the plains of Jiangsu.
Suzhou Cityscape
Dense urban clusters and industrial zones of Suzhou visible during the final approach into Hongqiao.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the inland lakes. As you approach SHA, this side often provides a clearer perspective of the high-speed rail lines and the interconnected canal networks that define the region's geography.
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Yellow Sea Coastline
Continuous views of the coastline as the plane tracks south along the eastern seaboard.
Lianyungang Port
A major maritime hub with massive container terminals and shipping traffic visible from high altitude.
Yancheng Wetlands
The rare coastal salt marshes and migratory bird sanctuaries of northern Jiangsu.
Yangtze River Estuary
The massive scale of the river's mouth and the North Channel during the descent into Shanghai.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Yellow Sea. This side is also excellent for spotting heavy maritime traffic and the large-scale wind farms located off the coast of Jiangsu province.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 571 km (355 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 57 min
Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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