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8.6

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic transition from the Yellow Sea coastline to the massive Yangtze River Delta, including distant views of Shanghai and the iconic Hangzhou Bay Bridge.

Left Side Highlights
8.6
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Yellow Sea Coastline

Aerial views of the rugged Shandong coastline transitioning into the fertile alluvial plains of Jiangsu.

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Yancheng Wetlands

A UNESCO-listed mosaic of salt pans and marshes, vital for migratory birds and rare red-crowned cranes.

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Shanghai & Yangtze Estuary

The sprawling Pudong skyline and the massive muddy discharge where the Yangtze River meets the East China Sea.

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Hangzhou Bay Bridge

The 36km-long engineering marvel spanning the bay, visible as a distinct line cutting through the water.

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Ningbo-Zhoushan Port

One of the world's busiest container ports, featuring a dense concentration of massive ships and cranes.

Book a window on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the sea. During descent into Ningbo, the Hangzhou Bay Bridge is a primary landmark; it usually appears 15-20 minutes before touchdown. Ensure your window is clean as the coastal haze can sometimes reduce clarity.

Right Side Highlights
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Jiangsu Canal Networks

A bird's eye view of the intricate network of rivers and the historic Grand Canal winding through the landscape.

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Jiangnan Water Towns

The densely populated urban clusters of Suzhou and Wuxi, famous for their traditional architecture and waterways.

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Taihu Lake

A vast, shimmering freshwater lake visible to the west during the mid-to-late portion of the flight.

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Siming Mountain Range

The lush, green peaks south and west of Ningbo that come into view as the aircraft maneuvers for landing.

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Inland Sunset

On late afternoon flights, this side offers spectacular sunset views over the inland plains and lakes.

The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the many lakes in the Yangtze Delta. Watch for the massive width of the Yangtze River as you cross it south of Nantong, which is more impressive from an inland perspective.

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Route Information

Distance: 789 km (490 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min

Departure: WEF (36.646702000000005, 119.119003)

Arrival: NGB (29.82670021057129, 121.46199798583984)

Route Type: Domestic

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