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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the Yangtze River as it meanders across Central China, followed by stunning urban vistas of Nanjing and the iconic Shanghai skyline during the approach into Pudong.

Left Side Highlights
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The Yangtze River

Witness the massive scale of the Chang Jiang as the flight follows its general path through the heart of China.

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Nanjing Cityscape

Aerial view of the ancient capital, including the impressive Yangtze River bridges and the Purple Mountain.

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Taihu Lake

Glimpse one of China's largest freshwater lakes near Suzhou, often sparkling under the sun.

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Lujiazui Skyline

On many approach patterns into PVG, the left side provides a distant view of the Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl.

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Chongming Island

View the massive alluvial island at the mouth of the Yangtze River during the final descent.

Book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you for the best photography. Keep a close watch about 20 minutes before landing for the transition from the water towns of Jiangsu to the dense urban sprawl of Shanghai. Use the Yangtze River as your primary navigational landmark.

Right Side Highlights
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Dabie Mountains

View the rugged and forested mountain ranges on the border of Hubei and Anhui provinces.

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Poyang Lake Basin

Observe the intricate network of wetlands and rivers leading toward China's largest freshwater lake to the south.

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Shanghai Disney Resort

Often visible on the right side during the final approach path to Pudong International Airport.

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East China Sea Coast

As the plane turns for its final alignment, enjoy views of the busy shipping lanes and the vast Pacific horizon.

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Jiangnan Water Towns

Look for the dense, canal-linked traditional architecture of the southern Yangtze Delta region.

Morning flights offer the best lighting on this side. If the airport is landing from the south, you'll get an excellent view of the Shanghai Disney Enchanted Storybook Castle. Keep an eye out for the massive cargo ships waiting to enter the Port of Shanghai as you approach the coastline.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,681 km (1,045 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min

Departure: YBP (28.8005555556, 104.545)

Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)

Route Type: Domestic

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