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ZHA → PVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Zhanjiang Airport (Zhanjiang) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular coastal views, the Taiwan Strait, and a stunning approach over the East China Sea islands and the Yangtze River estuary.
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South China Sea Coastline
Continuous views of the rugged coastline where the mountains of Guangdong and Fujian meet the sea.
Xiamen and Kinmen
A clear view of Xiamen Island and the complex geography of the surrounding coastal islands.
Zhoushan Archipelago
A breathtaking cluster of hundreds of islands and busy shipping lanes as you approach the mouth of the Yangtze.
Offshore Wind Farms
Massive arrays of wind turbines rising from the East China Sea near the Shanghai coast.
Yangtze River Estuary
The dramatic 'yellow water' line where the silt-heavy Yangtze River meets the blue ocean water.
The right side is unbeatable for ocean lovers. Choose a morning flight for a spectacular sunrise over the East China Sea. Look down carefully during the descent to spot the Donghai Bridge and the massive deep-water ports. This side also offers the best chance to see the distinct color change in the water near Shanghai.
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Pearl River Delta
Distant views of the massive urban sprawl including parts of Guangzhou and Shenzhen as you fly northeast.
Wuyi Mountains
The lush, green mountainous terrain of northern Fujian province, known for its dramatic rock formations.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
One of the longest trans-oceanic bridges in the world, visible as a thin line cutting across the water.
Shanghai Cityscape
On specific landing patterns, you can see the distant skyscrapers of Lujiazui and the Pudong district.
Sit on the left if you prefer looking at the changing inland topography and urban density. Afternoon flights are better as the sun is on the right, providing softer lighting for the landscapes on the left side. Keep an eye out for the distinctive cross-bay bridge during the final 30 minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,587 km (986 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: ZHA (21.214399, 110.358002)
Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Route Type: Domestic
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