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WUS → SHA
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanping Wuyishan Airport (Wuyishan) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a dramatic exit from the Wuyi Mountains and offers the best views of the vast Taihu Lake and the Suzhou urban corridor during the descent into Hongqiao.
Wuyishan National Park
Aerial views of the iconic Danxia landforms and lush peaks of the UNESCO World Heritage site immediately after takeoff.
Taihu Lake
The third-largest freshwater lake in China, offering a massive blue horizon and views of the surrounding islands.
Suzhou Skyline
Detailed views of Suzhou's modern high-rises and the 'Gate to the East' skyscraper as the plane aligns for its final approach.
High-Speed Rail Networks
The intricate web of tracks converging near the Kunshan-Shanghai corridor, often seen with trains in motion.
Shanghai Hongqiao Hub
A birds-eye view of the massive integrated transport hub and the dense urban landscape of western Shanghai.
For morning flights, the left side avoids direct sun glare and provides crisp lighting on the Wuyi peaks. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, stay alert for Taihu Lake and the dense urban sprawl of Suzhou. A window seat forward of the wing is recommended to see the mountain terrain early on.
Qiantang River
The winding path of the Qiantang River as it flows through Zhejiang province toward the East China Sea.
Hangzhou Metropolitan Area
Distant views of the historic city of Hangzhou and the surrounding tea plantations if the flight path is slightly east.
Jiaxing Water Towns
The complex network of ancient canals and modern waterways that define the northern Zhejiang region.
Minhang Industrial Zone
The heavy industrial and logistical clusters of Shanghai's southern outskirts during the final descent.
Huangpu River Bend
On clear days, the distant curve of the Huangpu River cutting through the center of Shanghai can be spotted.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy soft lighting over the Yangtze River Delta. Keep an eye out for the silver thread of the Qiantang River. Be aware that the afternoon sun can be intense on this side, so have your window shade ready if not observing.
Distance: 505 km (314 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: WUS (27.7019, 118.000999)
Arrival: SHA (31.19790077209473, 121.33599853515624)
Route Type: Domestic
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