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WUH → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (Wuhan) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic transition from the Yangtze River's middle reaches to the massive urban density of the Delta, including Lake Tai and the Shanghai skyline.
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Wuhan East Lake
One of China's largest urban lakes, visible shortly after departure as you head east.
Lake Tai (Taihu)
A massive, shimmering freshwater lake that serves as a landmark for the halfway point of the descent.
Suzhou & Kunshan
Dense urban clusters including the 'Gate to the East' skyscraper in Suzhou's modern district.
Shanghai Lujiazui
The iconic skyline featuring the Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl is often visible during the western approach.
Hangzhou Bay
If the flight path banks south, you can see the expansive bay and the start of the Donghai Bridge.
Sit on the right for the most iconic views. The descent usually follows a path that puts Lake Tai and the core of Shanghai's financial district in your window. For evening flights, the illuminated skyline of Pudong is a highlight you cannot miss. Keep your camera ready as you pass over Suzhou for the perfect 'city grid' shot.
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Aerial view of the Hankou and Huangpi districts immediately after takeoff from Tianhe.
Dabie Mountains
The southern ridges of this historic mountain range are visible to the north during the cruise phase.
Yangtze North Branch
View of the widening river mouth and the massive industrial shipyards along the northern banks.
Chongming Island
The world's largest alluvial island comes into full view during the final approach into Pudong.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid harsh southern sunlight. It offers great views of the agricultural patterns in the northern Yangtze delta and the vast Chongming Island wetlands during the descent. Look for the contrast between the brown river water and the blue sea at the estuary.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 725 km (450 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: WUH (30.7838, 114.208)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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