Loading map...
TYN → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiyuan Wusu Airport (Taiyuan) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior views of the iconic Yellow River curves, the sacred Songshan mountain range, and a spectacular aerial perspective of Taihu Lake during the final descent into Shanghai.
Search flights from TYN to SHA
Yellow River
Multiple crossings of the winding 'Mother River' with its distinct sediment-rich waters.
Mount Song
Distant views of the sacred mountain range near the historic city of Dengfeng.
Zhengzhou Hub
The dense urban sprawl and massive infrastructure of central China's major transport hub.
Taihu Lake
A stunning panoramic view of one of China's largest freshwater lakes on the approach to SHA.
Yangtze Delta Sprawl
The endless network of canals, bridges, and high-density residential towers leading into Shanghai.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering a golden hour glow over the Yellow River and Taihu Lake. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the best views of the water networks surrounding Shanghai.
Book Hotels in Shanghai
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic rugged ridges and steep cliffs as the flight exits the Shanxi plateau.
North China Plain
A vast, intricate patchwork of agricultural fields and rural settlements.
Grand Canal
The world's longest ancient canal visible as a distinct artery through the landscape.
Hongze Lake
Large freshwater lake in Jiangsu province, often visible during clear weather.
Suzhou Cityscape
The modern skyline and industrial parks of Suzhou just before reaching Shanghai.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and harsh glares. This side provides excellent lighting for capturing the textures of the Taihang mountain shadows shortly after takeoff from TYN.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,080 km (671 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: TYN (37.74689865112305, 112.62799835205078)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.