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YNY → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Yangyang International Airport (Sokcho / Gangneung) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior as it tracks the scenic Taebaek Mountain range and the diverse South Korean coastline before transitioning into the sprawling Yangtze River Delta.
Seoraksan National Park
Dramatic granite peaks and lush forests visible almost immediately after takeoff from Yangyang.
East Sea Coastline
Stunning views of the rugged shoreline and sandy beaches as the flight heads south along the Korean Peninsula.
Busan Metropolitan Area
A distant but clear view of South Korea's largest port city and its iconic bridges during the turn toward the Yellow Sea.
Yangtze River Delta
A complex network of canals, green farmlands, and dense urban clusters as you approach Shanghai.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. The first 15 minutes offer the most dramatic mountain scenery, so keep your camera ready right after takeoff. On clear days, the contrast between the deep blue East Sea and the green mountains is exceptional.
The Deep Blue East Sea
Expansive, uninterrupted views of the deep indigo waters of the East Sea during the initial cruise phase.
Yellow Sea Shipping Lanes
Dozens of massive cargo ships and tankers queuing to enter the world's busiest container ports.
Donghai Bridge
One of the world's longest cross-sea bridges, connecting mainland Shanghai to the Yangshan Deepwater Port.
Offshore Wind Farms
Grids of white turbines standing in the shallow coastal waters as the plane descends into Pudong.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Yellow Sea. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, look for the massive scale of Chinese maritime infrastructure, including the Donghai Bridge and the unique silt-brown water of the Yangtze mouth.
Distance: 993 km (617 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: YNY (38.061298, 128.669006)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: International
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