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XMN → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Fujian coastline, the nearby Kinmen islands shortly after departure, and the massive maritime infrastructure including the Donghai Bridge during the descent into Shanghai.
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Kinmen Islands
A rare aerial perspective of the Greater and Lesser Kinmen islands located just off the coast of Xiamen.
Quanzhou Bay
Vibrant coastal activity and shipping lanes near the historic port city of Quanzhou.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A stunning collection of hundreds of islands scattered across the blue waters near the mouth of Hangzhou Bay.
Donghai Bridge
The magnificent 32-kilometer bridge stretching across the sea to the Yangshan Deep-Water Port.
Donghai Wind Farm
Rows of massive offshore wind turbines standing in the East China Sea near the Pudong coastline.
PVG Architecture
Close-up views of the distinctive wave-like roof design of Shanghai Pudong International Airport during landing.
The right side is highly recommended for morning flights to see the coastline illuminated by the rising sun. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight; the approach to PVG frequently passes directly over the Donghai Bridge and the Zhoushan islands, which are highlight features of this route.
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Xiamen North
Panoramic views of Xiamen's urban sprawl and the northern Huli District immediately after takeoff.
Fujian Highlands
The undulating green peaks and ridges of the southeastern mountain ranges stretching toward the interior.
Min River Estuary
The expansive waterway cutting through the landscape as the flight passes the city of Fuzhou.
Ningbo Cityscape
A sprawling view of the industrial and residential centers of Ningbo as the flight enters the Yangtze Delta region.
Shanghai Skyline
On clear days during a southern approach, the Lujiazui skyscrapers are visible in the distance to the northwest.
Choose the left side for late afternoon or sunset flights to enjoy the golden hour over the mountains while avoiding the direct glare of the sun over the sea. This side offers better views of the inland topography and the large river systems that feed into the East China Sea.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 818 km (508 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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